Corporate Paralegal

DarrowEverett LLP; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Rhode Island is seeking a Corporate Paralegal with excellent communication and administrative skills. Responsibilities include maintaining corporate records, document creation for new corporate entities, and providing contract support. Candidates should have 4-7 years of experience and an associate degree in Paralegal Studies. This full-time position offers benefits including medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of corporate paralegal experience required.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases.
• Maintain and file corporate records and resolutions.
• Oversee the contract process including planning and execution.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Understanding of legal language and principles

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent time management skills

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DarrowEverett LLP is looking for a Corporate Paralegal with immediate availability. The candidate must have excellent communication and administrative skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, be able to multitask without sacrificing efficiency, be responsible, and be able to represent the firm, always, in ways that enhance its reputation.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Maintaining and filing corporate records, including resolutions, board of directors changes, annual reports, etc.
• Coordinating and receiving board and committee signatures for documents and materials.
• Creating documents related to new corporate entity formations.
• Maintaining the intellectual property portfolio.
• Producing documents related to the development and implementation of corporate policies and templates.
• Providing contract support for standard corporate agreements, such as non‑disclosure, marketing, and independent contractor agreements.
• Providing administrative support for documents and activities related to corporate restructurings, such as mergers, formations, and dissolutions.
• Working with other members of the legal team on special projects and initiatives.
• Overseeing the contract process, including planning, collaboration, negotiation, and execution.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required; bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred; Paralegal certificate preferred.
• 4-7 years of corporate paralegal experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance