Paralegal - Corporate

DLA Piper; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 6,270,835 - 9,495,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Paralegal - Corporate to support attorneys with a range of entity-related tasks, document drafting, and coordinating between clients and counsel. The role involves preparing filings, organizing closing books, and assisting with entity formations across multiple offices.

The ideal candidate has strong Word/Excel/Outlook skills and experience with Relativity, LexisNexis, and Westlaw, plus excellent communication and organizational abilities in a fast-paced, hybrid work

Qualifications

• Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with legal software such as Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw or similar application.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to handle large volumes of work.
• Responsibilities will include assisting attorneys in your home office and in offices across the firm.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs and maintains capitalization tables and stock ledgers.
• Prepares drafts and files Section 16 filings and closing documents.
• Organizes and files corporate documents for transactions and ongoing reports.
• Assists with formation of entities such as Corporations, LLCs, and 501(c)(3).
• Prepares UCC searches and filings and manages closing books.
• Maintains minute books and data rooms; supports closing checklists and due diligence.
• Supports with stock issuances, transfers, and option grants in corporate software.
• Performs additional duties and supports attorneys across offices.

Skills

Word

Excel

Outlook

Relativity

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

Carta

Pulley

SEC EDGAR Next

corporate maintenance software

Job description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary

The Paralegal - Corporate, under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive cases, matter or entity related duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.

Location

This position can sit in our Palo Alto, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York, or San Francisco office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Performs and maintains capitalization tables as well as stock and options ledgers.
• Direct experience with Carta, Pulley, and other related software.
• Direct experience with SEC EDGAR Next.
• Prepares drafts and files Section 16 filings.
• Organizes, prepares and files a variety of corporate legal documents for transactions (Articles of Incorporation/Organization, Amendments, state qualifications, consents, merger documents, closing books, electronic closing sets, initial drafts or certificates, short‑form closing deliverables, and filing annual reports).
• Assists with formation of entities such as Corporations, LLCs, 501(c)(3).
• Prepares documents for transactions such as closing statements.
• Prepares UCC searches and filings.
• Organizes documents and closing books in connection with corporate transactions such as acquisitions and mergers.
• Prepares and files annual reports in states where corporations are incorporated and/or qualified to do business.
• Assists with basic private company transfer agent functions including stock issuance, stock transfers, stock option grants and maintenance of stock option plan records in corporate maintenance software.
• Assists with due diligence.
• Prepares closing volumes, including index, document assembly, binding and final distribution.
• Prepares draft documentation for filings with Secretary of State, Department of Corporations and other state or federal agencies.
• Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists.
• Performs Blue Sky research and filings.
• Maintains minute books (hard copy and electronic).
• Prepares drafts and files S‑8 Registration Statements and Section 16 filings.
• Manages data rooms and matter files.
• Other duties.

Desired Skills

Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience with legal software such as Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw or similar application required. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys and clients on a daily basis. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to handle large volumes of work associates with each matter. Responsibilities will include assisting attorneys in your home office and in offices across the firm. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or GED.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree and/or a Paralegal certificate.

Minimum Years Of Experience

• 1 year of paralegal experience for individuals with a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate. Individuals without a degree or certification require five years' legal support experience in the specific practice area.

Essential Job Expectations

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail].

Compensation & Benefits

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $45.52 - $68.93 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non‑exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.