Paralegal - Corporate and Transactional (Fort Worth)

EMERGE; Fort Worth (TX); Presencial; USD 117.000 - 143.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

EMERGE partners with a nationally respected AmLaw 100 law firm to seek an experienced Corporate & Transactional Paralegal in Fort Worth, Texas. This role supports attorneys on sophisticated business transactions, entity formation, and real estate or financing closings, with a strong focus on organization and deadline management.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of corporate or transactional paralegal experience, experience with closing documents, and familiarity with multi-state filings.

Formación

• 3+ years of corporate or transactional paralegal experience preferred, ideally within a law firm environment.
• Experience supporting corporate formations, entity maintenance, mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions.
• Hands-on experience preparing closing documents, managing closing checklists, coordinating signatures, and compiling closing binders.
• Knowledge of corporate governance documents, Secretary of State filings, business entity regulations, and multi-state filing requirements.
• Familiarity with UCC financing statements, lien searches, and due diligence processes related to corporate and real estate transactions.

Responsabilidades

• Support attorneys with corporate and transactional matters, including entity formations, amendments, dissolutions, mergers, acquisitions, and ongoing corporate maintenance.
• Draft, prepare, and file corporate documents, including formation certificates, operating agreements, annual reports, stock certificates, and merger-related documentation.
• Research state statutes, Secretary of State requirements, and applicable regulations governing corporate filings and business entity compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate corporate, real estate, and financing closings by preparing documents, managing closing checklists, organizing signature pages, and tracking outstanding deliverables.
• Maintain corporate records and entity documentation for a diverse client base, including family offices, real estate funds, and business entities.
• Prepare and file UCC financing statements, conduct lien and UCC searches, and assist with due diligence reviews for corporate and real estate transactions.
• Organize, review, analyze, and summarize transactional documents while maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation.
• Manage electronic data rooms, coordinate document exchanges, and compile closing binders for acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, service companies, and government agencies to coordinate filings, resolve issues, and ensure timely completion of transactions.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, communicating progress, and identifying practical solutions to support client and attorney needs.

Conocimientos

Corporate transactions

Entity management

Closing coordination

Due diligence

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Communication

Educación

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Herramientas

iManage

Intapp

Kofax

Descripción del empleo

We're partnered with a highly respected national AmLaw 100 law firm seeking an experienced Corporate & Transactional Paralegal to join its team in Fort Worth, Texas! This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional with a strong background in corporate transactions, entity management, and real estate or financing closings to support attorneys handling sophisticated business and transactional matters. This is a fully on-site position offering the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and legal professionals.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple transactions and competing deadlines. You'll play an integral role in corporate entity formation and maintenance, transactional document preparation, due diligence, and closing coordination while supporting a diverse client base that includes family offices, real estate funds, and corporate entities.

REWARDS

• Competitive base salary up to $130,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to join a nationally recognized AmLaw 100 law firm
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Professional development and long-term career growth opportunities
• Exposure to sophisticated corporate, real estate, and financing transactions
• Collaborative environment working directly with experienced attorneys and legal professionals
• Established work schedule with 7.75-hour days Monday–Thursday and 7.5-hour Fridays

Requirements

• 3+ years of corporate or transactional paralegal experience preferred, ideally within a law firm environment
• Experience supporting corporate formations, entity maintenance, mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions
• Hands-on experience preparing closing documents, managing closing checklists, coordinating signatures, and compiling closing binders
• Knowledge of corporate governance documents, Secretary of State filings, business entity regulations, and multi-state filing requirements
• Familiarity with UCC financing statements, lien searches, and due diligence processes related to corporate and real estate transactions
• Experience supporting real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financing transactions, or family office and investment fund matters preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with familiarity with iManage, Intapp, Kofax, and electronic data rooms preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to independently manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines
• Paralegal certificate, Bachelor's degree, or related education preferred; equivalent professional experience considered
• Ability to work fully on-site in Fort Worth, Texas, and meet an annual billable requirement of 1,600 hours

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with corporate and transactional matters, including entity formations, amendments, dissolutions, mergers, acquisitions, and ongoing corporate maintenance
• Draft, prepare, and file corporate documents, including formation certificates, operating agreements, annual reports, stock certificates, and merger-related documentation
• Research state statutes, Secretary of State requirements, and applicable regulations governing corporate filings and business entity compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Coordinate corporate, real estate, and financing closings by preparing documents, managing closing checklists, organizing signature pages, and tracking outstanding deliverables
• Maintain corporate records and entity documentation for a diverse client base, including family offices, real estate funds, and business entities
• Prepare and file UCC financing statements, conduct lien and UCC searches, and assist with due diligence reviews for corporate and real estate transactions
• Organize, review, analyze, and summarize transactional documents while maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation
• Manage electronic data rooms, coordinate document exchanges, and compile closing binders for acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, service companies, and government agencies to coordinate filings, resolve issues, and ensure timely completion of transactions
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, communicating progress, and identifying practical solutions to support client and attorney needs

Emerge is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. In compliance with applicable employment laws, we provide a fair and equitable hiring process and reasonable accommodations where required. We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.