The Paralegal - Corporate, under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive cases, matter or entity related duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.
Location
This position is located in our Seattle office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
Corporate
Assists with formation of entities such as Corporations, LLCs, 501(c)(3).
Prepares documents for transactions such as closing statements.
Prepares UCC searches and filings.
Organizes documents and closing books in connection with corporate transactions such as acquisitions and mergers.
Prepares and files annual reports in states where corporations are incorporated and/or qualified to do business.
Assists with basic private company transfer agent functions including stock issuance, stock transfers, stock option grants and maintenance of stock option plan records in Corporate Focus or other corporate maintenance software.
Assists with due diligence.
Prepares closing volumes, including index, document assembly, binding and final distribution.
Prepares draft documentation for filings with Secretary of State, Department of Corporations and other state or federal agencies.
Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists.
Performs Blue Sky research and filings.
Performs and maintains capitalization tables as well as stock and options ledgers.
Maintains minute books (hard copy and electronic).
Prepares drafts and files S‑8 Registration Statements and Section 16 filings.
Manages data rooms and matter files.
Requirements
Minimum Education
High School diploma or GED.
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree and/or a Paralegal certificate.
Minimum Years of Experience
1 year of paralegal experience for individuals with a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate. Individuals without a degree or certification require five years' legal support experience in the specific practice area.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Benefits
Vision insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.
Dlapiper · Seattle, WA