Corporate Paralegal

SourcePro Search, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC in New York is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys on sophisticated corporate transactions and entity matters. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of transactional experience, particularly in Private Equity, Capital Markets, or M&A, and strong knowledge of corporate maintenance, due diligence, and transaction closing processes.

The role involves assisting with formation, maintenance, dissolution of entities, preparing organizational documents, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of transactional paralegal experience, ideally within a law firm.
• Experience supporting Private Equity, Capital Markets, and/or M&A matters.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong understanding of corporate and transactional processes.
• Experience with entity management and corporate records.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with formation, maintenance, and dissolution of corporate entities.
• Prepare and maintain organizational documents and corporate records.
• Support attorneys with complex corporate and transactional matters.
• Coordinate and assist with transaction closings.
• Prepare legal opinions and related backup materials.
• Draft and file corporate and securities-related documents.
• Conduct due diligence and organize transaction materials.
• Prepare stock certificates and maintain corporate records.
• Maintain capitalization tables and option records.
• Conduct Blue Sky research and prepare related filings.
• Assist with corporate filings and regulatory requirements.
• Track transaction deadlines and ensure documents are completed accurately and timely.
• Provide guidance and training to case assistants and junior paralegals.
• Handle confidential client and transaction information with discretion.

Skills

Transactional paralegal experience

Private Equity

Capital Markets

M&A

Microsoft Office

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Carta

Shareworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corporate Paralegal

A leading Am Law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys and clients on sophisticated corporate transactions and entity matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of transactional experience, particularly in Private Equity, Capital Markets, or M&A, and strong knowledge of corporate maintenance, due diligence, and transaction closing processes.

What You'll Do

• Assist with the formation, maintenance, and dissolution of corporate entities.
• Prepare and maintain organizational documents and corporate records.
• Support attorneys with complex corporate and transactional matters.
• Coordinate and assist with transaction closings.
• Prepare legal opinions and related opinion backup materials.
• Draft and file corporate and securities-related documents.
• Conduct due diligence and organize transaction materials.
• Prepare stock certificates and maintain corporate records.
• Maintain capitalization tables and option records.
• Conduct Blue Sky research and prepare related filings.
• Assist with corporate filings and regulatory requirements.
• Track transaction deadlines and ensure required documents are completed accurately and timely.
• Provide guidance and training to case assistants and junior paralegals.
• Handle confidential client and transaction information with discretion.

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of transactional paralegal experience, preferably within a law firm.
• Experience supporting Private Equity, Capital Markets, and/or M&A matters.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong understanding of corporate and transactional processes.
• Experience with entity management and corporate records.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with Carta, Shareworks, or similar equity-tracking platforms preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and other legal professionals.
• Strong discretion when handling confidential information.