Paralegal - ECVC

Perkins Coie LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a Paralegal in the Emerging Companies and Venture Capital group. This role involves supporting attorneys with corporate governance, transaction documentation, and research. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will enhance the firm's reputation. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. If you're a motivated individual seeking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Sabbaticals

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Family Care Benefits

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year degree and at least two years of experience as a corporate paralegal.
• Must be fluent in Carta and other comparable platforms.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare corporate documents and maintain records.
• Assist with closings of venture capital financing and M&A transactions.
• Perform factual research and handle multiple assignments.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Proofreading Skills

Communication Skills

Initiative

Discretion

Independent Judgment

Education

Four-Year Degree

Paralegal Degree or Certificate

Tools

Carta

Google Docs

Box

Excel

DocuSign

Job description

Job Description:

Perkins Coie LLP's nationally recognized Emerging Companies and Venture Capital group is seeking a highly motivated Paralegal to join our team. The Paralegal will, under supervision, assist lawyers and clients with a variety of paralegal duties.

In addition, as a member of the Perkins Coie LLP professional support staff team, this position is responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the firm. The Paralegal is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These are primary job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation:

• Draft and prepare formations, qualifications, conversions, dissolution documents, and board and stockholder actions.
• Maintain corporate records including capitalization tables, equity incentive plan administration, securities filings, and "blue sky" state research.
• Perform diligence review.
• Draft miscellaneous transaction documents.
• Assist with closings of venture capital financing and/or merger and acquisition transactions.
• Perform factual research and obtain information and documentation from clients and third parties, including agents and governmental agencies.
• Handle multiple assignments with competing deadlines and assist the team in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules.
• Keep track of matter deadlines and maintain accurate time records.
• Work well under pressure and with multiple attorneys.
• Be present during regularly scheduled hours and as needed, consistent with firm attendance policies.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent organizational, analytical, proofreading, and communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with lawyers, staff, clients, and other professionals.
• Ability to take initiative, exercise discretion, and exercise independent judgment.

SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED

• Knowledge of Delaware corporate law, federal and state securities laws, and equity incentive plan administration.
• Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions, and public company reporting/compliance is a plus.
• Experience with diligence data rooms, Google Docs, Box, Excel, DocuSign, and Carta software preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Requires a four-year degree and at least two years of experience as a corporate paralegal.
• Must be fluent in Carta and other comparable platforms.
• Paralegal degree or certificate is preferred.

Applicants should submit resumes in Microsoft Word format, using Times New Roman font without embellishment.

Perkins Coie values self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior service, with a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within the firm and our communities. Benefits include health insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid sabbaticals, bonuses, 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, and family care benefits. Compensation varies based on experience and location, with the New York range being $59,050 to $118,450 annually.