Global Compliance Paralegal: Entity & Licensing

WFB Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Paralegal to support the Professional Standards group, handling corporate compliance, recordkeeping, and attorney licensing requirements across U.S. and international jurisdictions.

The role collaborates with various teams and external partners to maintain governance and regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and deadline-driven work in a global organization, with opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Four or more years of paralegal, corporate legal support, compliance, or professional responsibility experience.
• Law firm experience preferred, especially in professional standards, risk management, general counsel, or corporate legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate entity maintenance, registered agents, annual filings, and foreign qualifications.
• Familiarity with attorney licensing requirements and bar admission processes.
• Experience with compliance tracking, entity management systems, or legal technology platforms such as IntApp is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and strong technical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate entity maintenance and compliance activities across U.S. and international jurisdictions.
• Manage filing requirements, deadlines, registered agent coordination, and corporate records to maintain entity good standing.
• Prepare and maintain corporate documents, including formation records, resolutions, amendments, and governance materials.
• Conduct corporate research, due diligence, and compliance reviews to support firm initiatives and transactions.
• Support attorney departure processes by coordinating compliance activities across internal teams and maintaining confidential records.
• Manage attorney licensing, including renewals, registrations, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare compliance reports and provide accurate information to support the firm's internal legal team and firm leadership.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to maintain accurate records and resolve compliance matters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Written and verbal communication

Independent with teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

IntApp

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Paralegal to support the Professional Standards group, handling corporate compliance, recordkeeping, and attorney licensing requirements across U.S. and international jurisdictions.

The role collaborates with various teams and external partners to maintain governance and regulatory compliance. The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and deadline-driven work in a global organization, with opportunities for growth within a