Corporate Paralegal

Everon Jobs; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Everon is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the in-house legal department. The role focuses on corporate governance, M&A activities, and compliance initiatives, partnering with internal teams and outside counsel to ensure efficient operations.

The position supports risk management, litigation processes, and the preparation of board materials, filings, and ongoing legal documentation across multiple jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of corporate paralegal experience, preferably in an in‑house legal department.
• Experience supporting corporate governance, commercial contracting, compliance, and M&A activities.
• Public company experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain corporate records and minute books.
• Assist with board meetings and committee meetings logistics.
• Manage annual corporate filings and entity maintenance.
• Coordinate due diligence requests and data rooms.
• Assist with post-closing integration and legal documentation.
• Support litigation management and outside counsel liaison.
• Prepare correspondence and reports for General Counsel.

Skills

Corporate governance

Labor & employment law

Mergers & acquisitions

Communication skills

Project management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

3 years corporate paralegal experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Contract lifecycle management

Legal matter management software

Job description

Company Overview

At Everon, we truly believe that our people are the difference – for our organization, the customers we serve and the communities we protect. When you’re a part of Everon, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of that difference every day. With more than 100 locations, a deep national presence, and comprehensive portfolio of solutions and services, our employees are always poised for career advancement and growth. For more information, visit www.everonsolutions.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Position Summary

The Corporate Paralegal provides comprehensive legal and administrative support to the legal department. This position assists with corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, legal compliance and risk management initiatives, litigation management (with a primary focus on labor & employment matters), and other legal matters affecting the company. The Corporate Paralegal serves as a key partner to internal business teams and external legal counsel to ensure efficient legal operations and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Corporate Governance

• Maintain corporate records, minute books, organizational documents, and legal entity records.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of Board of Directors and committee meetings, including agendas, resolutions, minutes, and supporting materials.
• Manage annual corporate filings, business licenses, registrations, and other entity maintenance requirements.
• Coordinate the formation, dissolution, and qualification of legal entities in various jurisdictions.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Assist with the development, administration, and maintenance of ethical and legal compliance programs and policies.
• Monitor regulatory filings, compliance requirements, and federal, state, and local law developments.
• Maintain compliance records and reporting documentation.
• Assist with updates to and implementation of regular legal compliance training.

Mergers and Acquisitions Support

• Support acquisitions, divestitures, and integration activities.
• Coordinate due diligence requests and organize virtual data rooms.
• Review and summarize corporate records during transaction processes.
• Assist with post-closing integration activities, entity consolidation, and legal documentation management.

Litigation Management

• Assist with litigation management, including monitoring service of process, ongoing matter activity, and pending deadlines; implement and track litigation hold processes; open and maintain case files in a case management database.
• Manage document and data collection and coordinate discovery responses; facilitate and prepare responsive submissions to subpoenas and other requests for employment records, discovery requests, and audits.
• Serve as liaison with outside counsel on routine legal matters as directed.

General Legal Support

• Maintain legal department budgets, invoices, and outside counsel billing records.
• Develop and maintain legal department procedures, templates, and workflows.
• Conduct legal and factual research on a variety of matters.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, summaries, and presentations for the General Counsel and executive leadership.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
• Perform administrative tasks in support of General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and Vice President, Risk Management as requested.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of corporate paralegal experience, preferably in an in‑house legal department.
• Experience supporting corporate governance, commercial contracting, compliance, and M&A activities.
• Public company experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of corporate governance practices.
• Familiarity with labor & employment law.
• Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions transactions and due diligence activities.
• Understanding of corporate compliance programs and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, contract lifecycle management systems, and legal matter management software.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to: Assistant General Counsel

Preferred Competencies

• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risk and practical business objectives.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently to high standards of quality with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative approach with internal stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on enhancing legal department efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to rapidly changing strategies and priorities, and multi‑task effectively.