Paralegal - Corporate

Ice Miller LLP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Ice Miller LLP is seeking a paralegal in Columbus, Ohio, with experience in corporate or transactional matters. The role demands a strong ability to manage time-sensitive materials and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities include preparing organizational documents, conducting legal research, and assisting with transactions. A high school diploma is required, while a bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate is preferred. Benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in complex corporate law and transactional matters.
• Strong ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiative to complete tasks independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare organizational and filing documents for various jurisdictions.
• Conduct research to assist attorneys in jurisdiction qualifications.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies and complete necessary filings.

Skills

Corporate law expertise

Mergers & Acquisitions knowledge

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Job description

Job Summary

Our Firm is seeking a paralegal with experience in corporate or other transactional matters for a position in our business group. The employee must be capable of working in a fast‑paced environment with time‑sensitive materials and maintain strict confidentiality due to the nature of the position.

Salary: $70,000 - $100,000 depending on location and experience level.

Responsibilities

• Prepare organizational documents, including entity formation, entity qualifications, articles of incorporation and dissolution, minute books, stock certificates, stock ledgers, unanimous consents and assignments for filing in various jurisdictions.
• Prepare board consents and stockholder consents, including both organizational and transactional.
• Assist with preparation of documents required by regulatory bodies and government agencies, including Form D for SEC and state filings.
• Complete and file Form SS‑4s to obtain EINs, as well as other tax related forms.
• Conduct research to assist attorneys in determining jurisdictions for qualification.
• Prepare and file qualification and withdrawal applications.
• Order lien searches and summarize results.
• Prepare and file statutory filings, including amendments, mergers, and dissolutions.
• Calculate Delaware franchise tax (both methods) and franchise tax for other jurisdictions (e.g., Illinois).
• Provide heavy client interaction and support, using discretion to handle matters independently or involving an attorney.
• Formulate solutions to problems that may arise, such as good standing issues.
• Interface with corporate service providers regarding statutory registered agent services (including changing contact information).
• Develop processes to systematize administrative and organizational aspects of deals.
• Calendars and monitor key dates and deadlines.
• Prepare closing certificates and closing files.
• Order certified copies and good standing certificates.
• Identify and resolve problems independently.
• Prepare and file UCC statements, amendments and termination statements.
• Assist with closings, including tracking down signature pages, filling in dates, tracking down final agreements and providing general support.
• Prepare closing book index and assemble closing books and assist in distribution.
• Handle distribution of original securities (e.g., stock certificates, unit certificates and notes).
• Execute other tasks or responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ complex corporate law and transactional experience, specifically on Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity matters.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering quality legal services.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, coordinating multiple projects at once.
• Exhibits resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative to complete tasks.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined above.

Benefits

Paid time off, health insurance, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with an employer match, life insurance, and many others.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ice Miller LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.