Corporate Paralegal

LHH US; Washington; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts and Health

HSA options for eligible employees

Employer-paid basic life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks a corporate paralegal for its Business and Transactions team in Seattle. The role supports sophisticated corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, and governance. The candidate should independently manage assignments and balance multiple priorities across offices.

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 remote, with strong drafting and organizational skills. Four-year degree and paralegal certificate preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of paralegal experience, with a strong focus on corporate or transactional matters.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions and/or venture capital transactions preferred.
• Four-year degree and paralegal certificate preferred.
• Strong drafting, proofreading, research, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Proactive with the judgment to identify issues and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with mergers and acquisitions, emerging companies, venture capital financings, and other corporate transactions.
• Serve as a primary liaison among attorneys, clients, and other involved parties.
• Draft, proofread, organize, and assemble transactional and closing documents.
• Prepare corporate governance materials, financing documents, corporate approvals, and related agreements.
• Coordinate due diligence, including checklists and disclosure schedules.
• Develop and maintain closing checklists and monitor items through completion.
• Coordinate transaction closings and handle post-closing follow-up, filings, and documentation.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Corporate law

Drafting

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management software

Timekeeping software

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Corporate Paralegal

Location: Seattle, Washington

Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days in-office/2 remote

Salary: $80,000-$130,000

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Job Description: LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a prominent national law firm seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its Business and Transactions team in Seattle. This is an excellent opportunity to support sophisticated corporate matters while working alongside attorneys and legal professionals across multiple offices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law and business transactions, particularly mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, and general corporate governance. This position requires someone who can independently manage assignments, anticipate next steps, and exercise sound judgment while balancing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with mergers and acquisitions, emerging companies, venture capital financings, and other corporate transactions
• Serve as a primary liaison among attorneys, clients, and other involved parties
• Draft, proofread, organize, and assemble transactional and closing documents
• Prepare corporate governance materials, financing documents, corporate approvals, and related agreements
• Coordinate and track due diligence, including maintaining checklists, reviewing documents, and assisting with disclosure schedules
• Develop and maintain closing checklists and monitor outstanding items through completion
• Coordinate transaction closings and handle post-closing follow-up, filings, and documentation
• Prepare and submit applications and other materials to state and federal regulatory agencies
• Respond to client requests and coordinate the collection and distribution of transaction-related materials
• Maintain accurate timekeeping, billing, and productivity records
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative professionals across multiple offices

Qualifications

• 4+ years of paralegal experience, with a strong focus on corporate or transactional matters, required
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions and/or venture capital transactions strongly preferred
• Four-year degree and paralegal certificate preferred
• Strong drafting, proofreading, research, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and assignments with minimal supervision
• Proactive approach with the judgment to identify issues, recommend solutions, and elevate concerns appropriately
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with professionals across multiple offices and practice groups
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, document management platforms, and timekeeping software
• Availability to work overtime when business needs require

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through firm-sponsored plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account (HSA) options for eligible employees
• Employer-paid basic life insurance, with optional supplemental life insurance available for employees and dependents
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or placement of a child
• Paid time off starting at 19 days annually, increasing with tenure, plus unlimited tracked sick time and 10 paid holidays
• Immediate eligibility for 401(k) participation with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax contribution options

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year

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