Paralegal

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 45,350 - 61,358; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, Professional Corporation in Seattle is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Corporate Department. This role involves close collaboration with attorneys on private companies, preparing essential corporate documents, managing compliance, and handling corporate governance matters.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of paralegal experience and a strong understanding of corporate tasks. The compensation is competitive with an hourly rate between $32.92 and $44.54, including benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of corporate paralegal experience at a law firm.
• Strong working knowledge of corporate tasks for private companies.
• Understanding of corporate governance matters and transactional work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare corporate documents, such as charter documents and board actions.
• Manage capitalization processes and records in equity management platforms.
• Conduct research for corporate and securities filings.

Skills

Corporate governance knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Experience with capitalization management platforms

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Carta

Pulley

Shareworks

Job description

Paralegal – Corporate Department (Seattle, WA)

Wilson Sonsini is looking for an experienced Paralegal to work closely with attorneys on private companies in our dynamic Corporate Department. This position is available as a hybrid work schedule. The paralegal would be an important part of our team in handling formations, compliance and corporate governance, and financings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare corporate documents, such as charter documents and board and shareholder actions
• Process stock and option administration, including drafting agreements and preparing reports
• Manage capitalization processes and records in equity management platforms, including Rule 701 analysis
• Conduct research to prepare and manage corporate and securities filings
• Prepare and assist with EDGAR code applications and accounts
• Communicate with clients, holders, directors, investors, and auditors
• Handle due diligence and closing processes
• Compile and distribute closing documents and closing volume
• Assist with annual compliance matters
• Provide support for franchise taxes and notices to clients
• Handle daily corporate maintenance work
• Organize client records and maintain files
• Input time entry daily

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate at accredited college or university
• 3+ years of corporate paralegal experience at law firm
• Strong working knowledge of corporate tasks for private companies
• Understanding of corporate governance matters and transactional work
• Experience with securities and corporate laws
• Experience in capitalization management platforms such as Carta, Pulley and Shareworks
• Proficient with Excel spreadsheets
• Detail-oriented and organized, with excellent analytical skills
• Excellent communication and prioritization skills to manage projects simultaneously under deadline pressure

Compensation

The anticipated pay range for this position is $32.92 - $44.54 per hour. The compensation for this position may include overtime and a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package. Benefits information can be found here.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).