Corporate Paralegal - VC & M&A Focus (Hybrid)

Gunderson Dettmer; Redwood City (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Fertility and family building support

Job summary

Gunderson Dettmer seeks a Corporate Paralegal in its Silicon Valley office to assist with company formations, venture financings, and securities offerings. You will support M&A, stock incentive programs, and various corporate matters for private and public clients.

Requirements include at least one year as a paralegal in securities or corporate law, strong Word/Excel skills, and excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• At least one year of paralegal experience in securities and/or general corporate law.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization and a team-oriented work style.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate corporate records (bylaws, certificates, resolutions, stock certificates, annual reports).
• Conduct legal research on corporate law matters (state and federal).
• Assist with due diligence and documentation for financings and M&A.
• Maintain records of shareholder meetings and voting procedures.
• Assist with formation and qualification of new entities in various jurisdictions.
• Create and revise legal documents (resolutions, amendments, operating agreements).

Skills

Legal research

Communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Gunderson Dettmer seeks a Corporate Paralegal in its Silicon Valley office to assist with company formations, venture financings, and securities offerings. You will support M&A, stock incentive programs, and various corporate matters for private and public clients.

Requirements include at least one year as a paralegal in securities or corporate law, strong Word/Excel skills, and excellent communication and organizational abilities.