Corporate Paralegal — Midtown Manhattan, NY

RealTime Recruiting Network, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Full benefits (401(k))

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship culture

Job summary

Realtime Associates in Manhattan is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in mergers and acquisitions, venture financing, and general corporate governance. This role combines traditional paralegal duties with a focus on technology, workflow management, and precision.

The position involves drafting and managing transactional documents, maintaining minute books, coordinating closings, and supporting electronic filings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of corporate paralegal experience.
• Strong understanding of entity formation, UCC filings, and closing logistics.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in fast-paced environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with formation and maintenance of corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.
• Draft and manage transactional documents, closing binders, and minute books.
• Conduct due diligence and coordinate multi-party closings.
• Support attorneys with electronic filings and document organization using leading practice-management tools.

Skills

Corporate paralegal experience

Due diligence

Document management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Practice-management tools

Job description

Category: Legal Support

Overview

A prominent New York law firm—recognized for its high-profile corporate practice and collaborative culture—is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join its Midtown Manhattan office. This is an opportunity to be part of a team that balances excellence with approachability, where paralegals are valued as essential contributors rather than back-office support.

The Role

The Corporate Paralegal will support attorneys in mergers and acquisitions, venture financing, and general corporate governance. The position combines classic paralegal responsibilities with a modern emphasis on technology, workflow management, and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the formation and maintenance of corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.
• Draft and manage transactional documents, closing binders, and minute books.
• Conduct due diligence and coordinate multi-party closings.
• Support attorneys with electronic filings and document organization using leading practice-management tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of corporate paralegal experience in a law firm or in‑house environment.
• Strong understanding of entity formation, UCC filings, and closing logistics.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and proactive; thrives in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Why This Firm

This firm operates with the energy of a boutique and the resources of a global practice. You’ll join a tight‑knit team where paralegals are trusted with meaningful responsibilities and recognized for their contributions. The environment is collegial, the leadership accessible, and the compensation package among the best in the city for this tier.

Highlights:

• Competitive base salary with overtime eligibility.
• Hybrid schedule (3 days in‑office).
• Full benefits including 401(k) and tuition reimbursement.
• Clear professional development track and strong mentorship culture.

Location: Midtown Manhattan, NY