Paralegal - Corporate and Private Equity

McGuireWoods LLP; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

McGuireWoods LLP seeks a Private Equity and Corporate Transactional Paralegal in our Dallas, Texas office. You will draft corporate documents, file entity filings and UCC documents, assist with closings and post-closing tasks, and support multiple practice areas.

Ideal candidates have a four-year degree (or five years of relevant work experience), an ABA-accredited paralegal certification, and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree preferred or five years of related work experience.
• Paralegal certification from an ABA-accredited program preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional and courteous interaction with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Reviews lifecycle activities related to domestic entity governance documentation for corporations, LLCs, partnerships and investments.
• Prepares and files entity formations, qualifications, amendments and dissolutions.
• Drafts resolutions, consents, and secretary’s/incumbency certificates.
• Prepares documents for mergers, reorganizations, share issuances, and related filings.
• Prepares and files fictitious name certificates and annual reports.
• Prepares bylaws and operating agreements.
• Assists with UCC, lien, and other searches; handles EDGAR-related tasks as applicable.
• Collaborates with practice groups to provide support.
• Supports close processes and post-closing tasks as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Interest in AI tech

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

ABA-accredited paralegal certification preferred

Tools

EDGAR familiarity

Job description

Overview

McGuireWoods LLP has an opening for a Private Equity and Corporate Transactional Paralegal in our Dallas, Texas office. This role is responsible for providing legal support services as assigned, which includes drafting corporate formation and ancillary transaction documents, filing various corporate and UCC documents and filings, assisting with closing process and post-closing tasks including preparation of closing sets, and other routine activities related to the Firm’s various practice areas.

McGuireWoods, one of the world’s leading law firms, has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers most employees a hybrid remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and summarizes lifecycle activities related to domestic entity governance documentation for corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and investments.
• Administers and prepares documents to effect entity formations, qualifications, amendments, dissolutions and withdrawals, liquidations, and foreign registrations.
• Prepares entity resolutions and consents, as well as secretary’s and incumbency certificates.
• Prepares documents to effect mergers, conversions, reorganizations, share issuances and similar transactions, including stock certificates and powers, subscriptions, resolutions, etc.
• Prepares and files fictitious name certificates.
• Prepares bylaws and operating agreements.
• Prepares and files domestic annual reports and reinstatements.
• Prepares and files Form SS-4 with the IRS to obtain EINs.
• Prepares, distributes, and compiles document signature papers.
• Collaborates with various practice groups providing support, as needed.
• Researches statutes, public records, and other due diligence support.
• Supports corporate structuring and financing transactions.
• Orders, reviews, analyzes and summarizes UCC, lien, litigation, and judgment searches.
• Prepares UCC Financing Statements, Amendments, Assignments, Continuations, and Terminations.
• Coordinates filing of UCCs with various service providers.
• Experience with preparation and filing Regulation D filings with EDGAR and obtaining EDGAR codes is a plus.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree preferred, or a minimum of five years of relevant work experience.
• Paralegal Certification from an ABA accredited program preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with colleagues and peers, and interact in a professional and courteous manner.
• Interest in using innovative AI technology, including Harvey and Copilot, to support efficient high-impact work.