Corporate Paralegal, M&A & Projects Lead

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Columbus, OH seeks a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in our Business Acquisitions and Securities practice group. The role emphasizes organized project management, client service excellence, and coordination across legal teams to deliver timely, accurate results.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of corporate paralegal or related experience, strong knowledge of corporate records, UCC filings, and document management, and a proven ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Ability to perform high-quality billable work and record time per firm policy.
• Demonstrated project management experience with timelines and stakeholder communications.
• Strong client service orientation with ability to build trusted relationships.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate records maintenance, new entity formation, governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Handle UCC searches and filings, lien filings, and apostilles.
• Provide mergers and acquisitions and contract support.
• Serve as a key client contact with proactive communication and service.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and workstreams for client engagements.
• Coordinate activities among attorneys, clients, consultants, and stakeholders to stay on schedule.

Skills

Project management

Client service

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

College degree

Project management certification

Tools

Document management software

MS Office

Job description

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Columbus, OH seeks a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in our Business Acquisitions and Securities practice group. The role emphasizes organized project management, client service excellence, and coordination across legal teams to deliver timely, accurate results.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of corporate paralegal or related experience, strong knowledge of corporate records, UCC filings, and document management, and a proven ability to manage multiple