Corporate Paralegal

Permanent Placements LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development and career成长

Job summary

Permanent Placements LLC is seeking a Corporate Paralegal for its Los Angeles or San Diego office. This full-time, hybrid role supports sophisticated corporate transactions, entity formation, securities filings, and private company equity matters.

You will collaborate with attorneys and clients on mergers and acquisitions, governance, financings, and maintenance, organizing closing documents and maintaining compliance across entities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
• Paralegal experience in corporate transactional work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain capitalization tables and stock ledgers.
• Prepare and file corporate documents (incorporations, amendments, consents).
• Assist with M&A due diligence and closing documentation.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and vendors across offices.
• Prepare UCC searches and filings; conduct Blue Sky filings.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written, verbal, interpersonal skills

Ability to collaborate across offices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Carta

Pulley

SEC EDGAR Next

LexisNexis/Westlaw

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Position Locations: San Diego or Los Angeles
• Schedule: 3/2 Hybrid

Firm Description

Our client is one of the world's largest law firms, with over 4,000 attorneys across more than 40 countries. Known for its expansive global reach and full-service capabilities, the firm advises leading corporations, financial institutions, and governments on complex legal and business matters. Core practice areas include corporate and finance, litigation, intellectual property, real estate, tax, and regulatory affairs. The firm is recognized for its innovative approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to sustainability, diversity, and pro bono service.

Position Description

Position Overview

Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join its Los Angeles or San Diego office. This full-time, hybrid opportunity is ideal for a corporate paralegal interested in supporting sophisticated corporate transactions, entity formation and maintenance, securities filings, and private company equity matters.

The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys and clients on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, financings, securities matters, and general corporate maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain capitalization tables, stock ledgers, and option ledgers.
• Work with equity management platforms such as Carta, Pulley, and similar systems.
• Assist with SEC filings through EDGAR Next.
• Form and maintain corporations, LLCs, nonprofit entities, and other business organizations.
• Prepare and file corporate documents, including:
• Articles and certificates of incorporation or organization
• Amendments
• Consents and resolutions
• Annual reports
• Certificates and other closing deliverables
• Assist with M&A and other corporate transactions from due diligence through closing.
• Prepare and maintain transaction closing checklists.
• Organize closing documents and prepare electronic closing sets and closing volumes.
• Assist with private company equity matters, including stock issuances, stock transfers, stock option grants, and equity plan records.
• Prepare UCC searches and filings.
• Conduct Blue Sky research and prepare related filings.
• Assist with corporate and transactional due diligence.
• Prepare drafts of S-8 Registration Statements and Section 16 filings.
• Prepare filings with Secretaries of State and other state and federal agencies.
• Maintain hard-copy and electronic corporate minute books.
• Manage virtual data rooms, transaction documents, and matter files.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, internal teams, and outside vendors throughout corporate transactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
• Candidates with a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate should have at least 1 year of paralegal experience.
• Candidates without a degree or paralegal certification should have at least 5 years of legal support experience within the relevant practice area.
• Corporate transactional experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with Carta, Pulley, or comparable equity management platforms.
• Experience with SEC EDGAR Next.
• Familiarity with entity formation, corporate maintenance, capitalization records, and transactional closings.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work and multiple competing deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with attorneys and teams across multiple offices.

Candidates should have strong proficiency with:

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Carta and/or Pulley
• SEC EDGAR Next
• Legal research platforms such as LexisNexis or Westlaw
• Legal document and matter-management technology
• Locations: Los Angeles or San Diego, California
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced law firm environment and providing support across offices as needed.
• Some additional hours may be required based on transaction demands.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $47.68 - $63.18

This is a non-exempt position and is eligible for overtime in accordance with applicable law.

Actual compensation will depend on factors including geographic market, relevant experience, education, skills, and overall qualifications.

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Additional firm-sponsored benefits and resources