Corporate Paralegal

Green Key Resources; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Key Resources LLC is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys on complex business transactions, corporate governance, entity management, and private securities offerings.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of corporate or business paralegal experience, with hands-on experience in transactional and securities matters. The role emphasizes due diligence, filing preparation, and maintaining comprehensive corporate records in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of corporate or business paralegal experience.
• Hands-on experience supporting business transactions and private securities offerings.
• Strong understanding of corporate and LLC law, entity formation and maintenance.
• Experience preparing securities filings, including EDGAR and FINRA.
• Knowledge of Corporate Transparency Act; tax filings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support mergers and acquisitions, financings, private securities offerings, and other business transactions.
• Coordinate due diligence, maintain electronic data rooms, prepare transaction documents and closing checklists, and assist with closing activities.
• Draft, review, and proofread commercial contracts, corporate agreements, policies, and supporting filings under attorney supervision.
• Prepare and file securities filings, including EDGAR and FINRA filings.
• Assist with investment fund formation and ongoing administration, including investor records and fund closings.
• Prepare and file entity formation, qualification, and annual reports for corporate entities.
• Maintain corporate governance records, including operating agreements and board materials.
• Conduct legal research related to corporate law, transactions, securities regulations, and compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, outside counsel, and government agencies to manage requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain organized transaction files and assist with legal billing and administrative matters.

Skills

Corporate paralegal

M&A support

Securities filings

Document management

Legal research

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are working with a well-established legal organization seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its corporate practice. This individual will support attorneys on a variety of complex business transactions, corporate governance matters, entity management, and private securities offerings.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of corporate or business law paralegal experience, strong knowledge of corporate and LLC requirements, and hands‑on experience supporting transactional and securities‑related matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Support mergers and acquisitions, financings, private securities offerings, and other business transactions.
• Coordinate due diligence, maintain electronic data rooms, prepare transaction documents and closing checklists, and assist with transaction closings and post-closing activities.
• Draft, review, and proofread commercial contracts, corporate agreements, policies, and supporting legal documentation under attorney supervision.
• Prepare and submit federal and state securities filings, including Blue Sky filings and Form ADV, as well as applicable EDGAR and FINRA filings.
• Assist with investment fund formation and ongoing administration, including investor records, transfers, required filings, and fund closings.
• Prepare and file entity formation, qualification, amendment, dissolution, annual report, and other corporate and LLC documents.
• Maintain corporate governance records, including operating agreements, resolutions, consents, meeting minutes, ownership records, and board materials.
• Conduct legal research related to corporate law, business transactions, securities regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, outside counsel, government agencies, and other professionals to manage transaction requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain organized transaction files, track deadlines, and assist with legal billing and administrative matters.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of corporate or business paralegal experience within a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Hands‑on experience supporting business transactions and private securities offerings.
• Strong understanding of corporate and LLC law, entity formation and maintenance, and corporate governance.
• Experience preparing securities‑related filings, including EDGAR and FINRA filings; familiarity with Blue Sky filings and Form ADV.
• General knowledge of the Corporate Transparency Act; exposure to federal and state tax filings is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• Excellent legal research, writing, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with legal research and document‑management platforms.