Corporate Paralegal

Hirschler; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Hirschler in Richmond is seeking a paralegal to provide legal and administrative support in its Corporate and Business Services, Investment Management and Mergers & Acquisitions practices. Responsibilities include preparing corporate documents, maintaining minute books and assisting with compliance filings.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of paralegal experience, knowledge of corporate governance, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, along with flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of progressively responsible work experience as a paralegal.
• Knowledge of corporate governance and transactional processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency with document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and filing of formation documents.
• Create and maintain corporate minute books.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of UCC filings.
• Serve as a point of contact with clients and vendors.

Skills

Corporate organizational experience

Securities transactional experience

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Excellent organization skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

College degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

iManage or other document management systems

Job description

Hirschler is now hiring a paralegal to provide legal and administrative support to attorneys in the firm’s Corporate and Business Services, Investment Management and Mergers and Acquisitions practices. This role assists with a broad range of transactional, governance, and compliance matters, contributing to efficient deal execution and exceptional client service. This position is in person in our Richmond office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and filing of formation, dissolution and state qualification documents required for various business entities.
• Create and maintain corporate minute books, maintain electronic records and monitor filing deadlines.
• Assist with drafting entity organizational documents, such as shareholder and director resolutions, bylaws and operating agreements.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of UCC filings and handling UCC filing search requests.
• Assist with the completion and filing of SS-4 Forms with the Internal Revenue Service for the purpose of obtaining Employee Identification Numbers (EINs) for various business entities (i.e., corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, etc.).
• Work directly with attorneys on private securities offerings and related SEC filings. Assist with preparation of Form D, Blue Sky and other federal and state compliance filings, correspond with state regulators regarding filings, and track and monitor filing renewal dates.
• Assist attorneys with mergers, acquisitions, financings and other corporate transactions.
• Serve as a point of contact with clients, vendors and governmental agencies regarding filings and corporate records.
• Assist with document management as needed.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research under attorney supervision and direction.
• Review and proofread documents for accuracy, consistency and formatting.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of progressively responsible work experience as a paralegal, ideally with corporate organizational, securities and transactional experience, working with corporate documents and corporate filings.
• Knowledge of corporate governance, entity management and transactional processes.
• Related experience, college degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, iManage or other document management systems and online databases required.
• Ability to work on site in Richmond, VA.
• Excellent organization, problem-solving and decision-making skills with a solutions-oriented approach. Must demonstrate flexibility regarding assignments, a sense of urgency and ability to pivot as needed to meet demands.
• Excellent grammar, proofreading skills and attention to detail required.
• Professional demeanor, confidentiality and sound judgment required.
• Exceptional communication and service-driven skills with the ability to support attorneys at all levels and across multiple practice areas within the Business Section.
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts

At Hirschler, we believe strong relationships are at the core of everything we do—whether with our clients, our colleagues, or our community. You’ll find a supportive and collegial work environment where your contributions are valued.

Hirschler is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are dedicated to ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process and providing an inclusive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply to join us in our commitment to excellence, integrity, and service.