Senior Corporate Paralegal - VC & M&A Specialist

Perkins Coie LLP; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP is hiring a Corporate Paralegal for its Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice in San Francisco, California. This role involves assisting lawyers with high-level corporate tasks such as drafting incorporation documents, conducting UCC searches, and maintaining client confidentiality. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience and be knowledgeable in California and Delaware corporate law, as well as federal securities laws. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with capitalization management platforms are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experience as a corporate paralegal.
• Ability to draft and file incorporation and other corporate documents.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws and private company mergers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client confidentiality and positive client relationships.
• Draft incorporation and dissolution documents.
• Conduct UCC searches and prepare financing statements.
• Organize and maintain electronic data sites.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of California and Delaware corporate law

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Fluent in Carta or Shareworks

Education

4-year degree in a related field

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Excel

Job description

Perkins Coie LLP is hiring a Corporate Paralegal for its Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice in San Francisco, California. This role involves assisting lawyers with high-level corporate tasks such as drafting incorporation documents, conducting UCC searches, and maintaining client confidentiality. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience and be knowledgeable in California and Delaware corporate law, as well as federal securities laws. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with capitalization management platforms are essential.