Staff Corporate Paralegal

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP; Seattle (WA); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO starting at 20 days annually

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a Staff Paralegal to join the Professional Standards group, supporting corporate compliance, entity maintenance, and attorney licensing across jurisdictions.

The role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills to manage complex records in a global firm environment. You will collaborate with attorneys, the General Counsel office, and external partners to maintain governance and regulatory requirements.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Four+ years in paralegal/corporate legal support/compliance roles.
• Law firm experience preferred in professional standards, risk management, general counsel, or corporate legal environments.
• Strong knowledge of corporate entity maintenance, registered agents, annual filings, and foreign qualifications.
• Familiarity with attorney licensing requirements and bar admission processes.
• Experience with compliance tracking, entity management systems, or legal tech platforms like IntApp is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and strong technical aptitude.

Responsabilidades

• Support corporate entity maintenance and compliance activities across U.S. and international jurisdictions.
• Manage filing requirements, deadlines, registered agent coordination, and corporate records to maintain entity good standing.
• Prepare and maintain corporate documents, including formation records, resolutions, amendments, and governance materials.
• Conduct corporate research, due diligence, and compliance reviews to support firm initiatives and transactions.
• Support attorney departure processes by coordinating compliance activities across internal teams and maintaining confidential records.
• Manage attorney licensing, including renewals, registrations, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare compliance reports and provide accurate information to support the firm's internal legal team and firm leadership.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to maintain accurate records and resolve compliance matters.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Written & verbal communication

Independent worker

Educación

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Herramientas

IntApp (experience)

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Staff ParalegalSupport the Future of a Global Law Firm

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized professional to serve as a Staff Paralegal within the Professional Standards group, a key role supporting the firm's corporate compliance and recordkeeping, attorney transitions, and attorney licensing requirements.

Following the combination of two leading global law firms, this role offers an opportunity to support the continued integration and alignment of entity structures, compliance practices, and operational processes across jurisdictions. Working closely with Claims and Professional Standards Compliance Counsel, attorneys, administrative teams, the office of the General Counsel, and external partners, you will help ensure the firm maintains strong governance practices and meets critical regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives in a deadline-driven environment, values accuracy and confidentiality, and enjoys managing complex compliance responsibilities that support the operations of a global organization.

What You'll Do

• Support corporate entity maintenance and compliance activities across U.S. and international jurisdictions.
• Manage filing requirements, deadlines, registered agent coordination, and corporate records to maintain entity good standing.
• Prepare and maintain corporate documents, including formation records, resolutions, amendments, and governance materials.
• Conduct corporate research, due diligence, and compliance reviews to support firm initiatives and transactions.
• Support attorney departure processes by coordinating compliance activities across internal teams and maintaining confidential records.
• Manage attorney licensing, including renewals, registrations, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare compliance reports and provide accurate information to support the firm's internal legal team and firm leadership.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to maintain accurate records and resolve compliance matters.

What You'll Bring

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities across jurisdictions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in compliance-driven work.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, business professionals, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Adaptability and a proactive mindset in a dynamic, evolving global organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.
• Four or more years of experience in paralegal, corporate legal support, compliance, or professional responsibility roles.
• Law firm experience strongly preferred, particularly within a professional standards, risk management, general counsel, or corporate legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate entity maintenance, registered agents, annual filings, and foreign qualifications.
• Familiarity with attorney licensing requirements and bar admission processes.
• Experience with compliance tracking, entity management systems, or legal technology platforms such as IntApp is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and strong technical aptitude.

Why Join Ashurst Perkins Coie?

Join a collaborative Professional Standards team where your work will help support the governance, compliance, and operational success of a newly integrated global law firm. If you enjoy managing complex compliance responsibilities, partnering with legal professionals, and contributing to the foundation of a growing organization.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually
• Personal medical leave
• Parental leave
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Family care benefits

More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here .

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records that reside in Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco counties will be considered for employment in accordance with the applicable Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

Locations and Compensation

• San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $91,220 to $135,540 annually
• Colorado compensation range: $71,470 to $106,190 annually
• Illinois compensation range: $75,430 to $112,080