Corporate Paralegal

Zimmerman Kiser Sutcliffe; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ZKS LAW in Downtown Orlando seeks an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support a team of supervising attorneys across corporate matters, including real estate, banking, manufacturing, technology, and healthcare. The role requires at least five years of recent law firm or corporate experience and offers hybrid work after onboarding.

The firm emphasizes collaborative culture, excellent benefits, and flexible scheduling. Salary ranges from $80,000 to $90,000 commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Five years of recent experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is required.
• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent education and experience is preferred.
• Notary (Florida Notary Public) or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist with entity formations and governance documents for multiple states.
• Prepare and file formation and governance documents, including partnership agreements, operating agreements, annual reports, and bylaws.
• Assist with business sales, mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations; draft related documents.
• Conduct UCC and lien/judgment searches and filings; coordinate closing timelines.

Skills

Corporate governance knowledge

M&A experience

Securities compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate or equivalent

Tools

LexisNexis

iManage

Aderant Total Office

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Corporate Paralegal (Hybrid Potential)

Schedule: 8-hour shift; Monday-Friday

Salary: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 (commensurate with experience)

Reports to: Supervising Attorneys

Date: August 14, 2026

Job Description

Firm Description:

Established in 1984, Zimmerman Kiser Sutcliffe (ZKS LAW) is one of the largest law firms in Central Florida, with a strong reputation and recognition as one of the Orlando Sentinel’s Top Workplaces for more than 10+ years. ZKS LAW offers a collaborative culture, respectful attorneys, excellent benefits, meaningful workplace flexibility, and a genuine commitment to employees and their families. Many members of our team have built long, rewarding careers here. http://www.zkslaw.com

Summary:

ZKS LAWhas an immediate opening for an experienced Corporate Paralegal in our downtown Orlando office. This full-time role supports a team of attorneys handling a wide range of corporate matters across multiple industries, including real estate, banking, manufacturing, technology, retail, tourism, healthcare, and others. The ideal candidate will have at least five (5) years of recent experience in a law firm or corporate legal department and a demonstrated ability to handle complex corporate transactions with minimal supervision. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, with hybrid work flexibility after a successful onboarding period.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties and Responsibilities:

Corporate Formation and Governance:

• Assist with entity formations and ongoing maintenance for business and not-for-profit entities across multiple states.
• Prepare and file formation and governance documents, including partnership agreements, operating agreements, annual reports, and bylaws.
• Maintain corporate records and governance documents.

Transaction Support

• Assist with business sales, mergers and acquisitions, and reorganizations, including preparation of closing binders and signature packets.
• Draft documentation for amendments, withdrawals, mergers and dissolutions.
• Conduct UCC and lien/judgment searches and filings.
• Coordinate closing checklists and transaction timelines.

Compliance and Intellectual Property

• Prepare and file annual Form Ds and Blue Sky filings.
• Assist with trademark and copyright matters.
• Liaise with state and federal agencies regarding corporate filings and compliance.

Research and Administrative

• Perform legal research and prepare summaries, as needed.
• Maintain client files and assist attorneys with project tracking and deadline management.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. These requirements are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, M&A, and securities compliance;
• Proficiency in preparing and filing corporate documents, UCC filings and managing transactional closings;
• Proficient in legal research using LexisNexis; experience with iManage, Aderant Total Office (ATO), and Microsoft Office Suite;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize multiple matters and manage competing deadlines with minimal supervision; and
• Strong legal and transactional drafting skills.

Education and Experience:

• Five years of recent experience in a law firm or corporate legal department (Required);
• Florida Notary Public commission or willingness to obtain one, as needed;
• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent education and experience (Preferred); and
• Familiarity with Florida Department of State’s Sunbiz Portal and relevant corporate procedures (Preferred).

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

This position reports in person to our downtown Orlando office. Hybrid work may be available following successful completion of the onboarding period, demonstrated proficiency in the role, and approval by the Managing Shareholder(s).

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

ZKS LAW is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).