Corporate Paralegal

Target Salary: $76,500 – $179,000 (Commensurate with Experience)

JOB SUMMARY

A respected law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its office in New York City. The ideal candidate will support attorneys with a broad range of corporate matters and transactional work. This includes corporate governance, business planning, and financial transactions. The role requires a highly organized and proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative and
fast-paced legal environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist attorneys in handling corporate governance and compliance matters
• Prepare and file corporate formation, amendment, merger, and dissolution documents
• Manage due diligence and closing processes for mergers, acquisitions, and financings
• Draft organizational documents, resolutions, certificates, and related materials
• Maintain corporate records, minute books, and entity databases
• Communicate professionally with clients, counsel, and government agencies
• Provide transactional support from inception to post-closing

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of corporate paralegal experience, particularly in governance, business planning, and transactional matters
• College degree and/or paralegal certificate required
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work culture