Staff Paralegal

Ashurst Perkins Coie; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (20 days)

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a Staff Paralegal to join the Professional Standards group, aiding corporate compliance, records, attorney transitions, and licensing. Work closely with attorneys, GCs, and administration to uphold governance and regulatory obligations.

The role supports entity maintenance, due diligence, and compliance reviews, coordinating with internal teams and external partners. Strong organization and discretion are essential in this global, deadline-driven

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines across jurisdictions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in compliance-driven work.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and handling of confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attorneys and staff.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with teams.
• Adaptability in a dynamic global firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate entity maintenance and compliance 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 for firm initiatives.
• Support attorney departure processes by coordinating compliance activities and confidential records.
• Manage attorney licensing, renewals, registrations, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare compliance reports and provide information to internal legal teams and leadership.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to maintain accurate records and resolve compliance matters.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

IntApp

Job description

Support the Future of a Global Law Firm

Job Description

Staff Paralegal

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.

This position may be filled in the following locations. The listed compensation range reflects the typical pay for this role, though it is rare for new hires to receive an offer at the top of the range. Actual compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan starting at 20 days annually, personal medical and parental leave, up to 10 paid holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found here.

Colorado compensation range: $71,470 to $106,190 annually

Illinois compensation range: $75,430 to $112,080 annually

Washington state compensation range: $75,390 to $112,020 annually