Corporate Paralegal (Law Firm)

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Commuter benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

LHH in Chicago, IL is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join its growing corporate practice. You will work with experienced attorneys on corporate and transactional matters, including entity management, governance, due diligence, closings, and more.

The role requires at least 2 years of corporate paralegal or legal assistant experience; organization, reliability, eagerness to learn, and a can-do attitude are essential. Join a collaborative team and grow your skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of corporate paralegal or legal assistant experience.
• Law firm experience preferred; in-house corporate legal experience considered.
• Familiarity with entity formation, filings, governance, or transactional matters is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Positive can-do attitude with willingness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist with formation, maintenance, amendments, and dissolution of entities.
• Prepare corporate records, consents, resolutions, and minute books.
• Assist with EIN applications, annual reports, certificates of good standing, and filings.
• Support attorneys with M&A, corporate finance, real estate and other transactional matters.
• Organize due diligence materials; assist with closing and post-closing docs.
• Assist with UCC filings, searches, amendments, and terminations.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, vendors to move transactions forward.
• Track deadlines and assist with corporate compliance and regulatory filings.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files.
• Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams.
• Take ownership of projects and jump in wherever the team needs support.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Positive can-do attitude

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Corporate Paralegal

Location: Chicago, IL

Salary Range: $60,000 - $115,000 (depending on experience)

A growing Chicago law firm is seeking a motivated Corporate Paralegal to join its collaborative corporate practice.

This is a great opportunity for someone with at least 2 years of corporate paralegal or legal assistant experience who is ready to take the next step in their career. You do not need to check every box. We are looking for someone who is organized, dependable, eager to learn, and brings a true can-do attitude to the team.

You’ll work alongside experienced attorneys on a variety of corporate and transactional matters while continuing to build your skills in entity management, corporate governance, due diligence, closings, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the formation, qualification, maintenance, amendment, and dissolution of corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and other business entities.

• Prepare and maintain corporate records, organizational documents, consents, resolutions, and minute books.

• Assist with EIN applications, annual reports, certificates of good standing, and other corporate filings.

• Support attorneys with M&A, corporate finance, real estate, and other transactional matters.

• Organize due diligence materials and assist with closing and post-closing documentation.

• Assist with UCC filings, searches, amendments, and terminations.

• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, vendors, and other parties to keep transactions moving forward.

• Track deadlines and assist with corporate compliance and regulatory filings.

• Maintain organized electronic and physical files.

• Communicate professionally with clients and internal teams.

• Take ownership of projects and jump in wherever the team needs support.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of corporate paralegal or legal assistant experience supporting corporate or transactional work.

• Law firm experience is preferred, but relevant in-house corporate legal experience will also be considered.

• Familiarity with business entity formation, corporate filings, governance documents, or transactional matters is a plus.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and with discretion.

• Most importantly, a positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn, take initiative, and help wherever needed.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a growing Chicago law firm with a sophisticated corporate practice.

• Work directly with experienced attorneys on meaningful corporate and transactional matters.

• Gain exposure to M&A, entity management, corporate governance, finance, real estate, and other areas.

• Collaborative environment where initiative and willingness to learn are valued.

• Great opportunity for a corporate legal assistant looking to grow into a more substantive paralegal position.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan.

Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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