Corporate Paralegal & Project Manager (M&A & Compliance)

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

Job summary

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in our Business Acquisitions and Securities practice group. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and capable of managing complex projects with exceptional client service and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants should have strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and experience with corporate records, UCC filings, and document management.

Qualifications

• College degree required or equivalent experience.
• ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred.
• 3+ years of corporate paralegal or related experience.
• Project management experience considered a plus.
• Strong client service and communication skills required.
• Knowledge of UCC filings and corporate records management.
• Proficiency with document management and database tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate records maintenance, new entity formation, and governance processes.
• Handle UCC searches and filings, lien filings, and apostilles.
• Provide mergers and acquisitions and contract support.
• Serve as key client contact and coordinate with attorneys and clients.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and workstreams; drive accountability.
• Coordinate activities to keep projects on schedule and within scope.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and resolve issues.
• Facilitate regular status updates and reporting for clients and teams.
• Maintain project documentation and deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Client service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Paralegal experience

Attention to detail

Legal documentation

Education

College degree

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Project management certification

Tools

Document management systems

UCC filing knowledge

Secretary of State filings

Job description

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in our Business Acquisitions and Securities practice group. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and capable of managing complex projects with exceptional client service and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants should have strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and experience with corporate records, UCC filings, and document management.