Corporate Paralegal & Project Manager (M&A)

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Bloomington, IN seeks a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in the Business Acquisitions and Securities group. The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong project management, client service, and document diligence experience, handling corporate records, UCC filings, and M&A support within a fast-paced law firm.

The successful candidate will coordinate plans, drive accountability, manage client communications, and ensure engagements stay on schedule and within

Qualifications

• Ability to perform high-quality billable work and record time in accordance with client and firm policy.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including development and execution of project plans, timelines, and stakeholder communications
• Strong client service orientation with the ability to build trusted relationships and effectively manage client expectations
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and follow-through skills
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage numerous concurrent projects
• Ability to support multiple attorneys, clients, and teams in a large law firm environment
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Successful candidate will possess strong technical and database skills
• Knowledge and experience with Secretary of State and UCC filings
• Experience tracking project milestones, deadlines, and deliverables
• Document management experience
• College degree, ABA-approved paralegal certificate, project management certification, or equivalent professional experience preferred
• 3+ years of corporate paralegal, legal project management, client service, consulting, or related experience

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate records maintenance, new entity formation, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance processes
• Handle UCC searches and filings, lien filings, and apostilles
• Provide mergers and acquisitions and contract support
• Serve as a key client contact, fostering strong client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and exceptional service
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and workstreams for client engagements and internal initiatives
• Coordinate activities among attorneys, clients, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure projects remain on schedule and within scope
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and potential delays, and drive resolution of outstanding issues.
• Facilitate regular status updates, meetings, and reporting for clients and project teams
• Manage project documentation, deliverable tracking, and follow-up action items
• Ensure accountability among project participants and maintain momentum toward successful project completion
• Support strategic client initiatives and special projects requiring cross-functional coordination

Skills

Project management

Client service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Professionalism

Education

College degree

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Project management certification

Tools

UCC filings systems

Secretary of State filings

Document management systems

Job description

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Bloomington, IN seeks a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in the Business Acquisitions and Securities group. The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong project management, client service, and document diligence experience, handling corporate records, UCC filings, and M&A support within a fast-paced law firm.

The successful candidate will coordinate plans, drive accountability, manage client communications, and ensure engagements stay on schedule and within