Job Description

A nationally recognized law firm in New York, NY is seeking a highly motivated Corporate Paralegal to join its Emerging Companies & Venture Capital group. This role involves assisting attorneys and clients with entity formations, corporate governance, securities filings, venture capital financings, and mergers & acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and prepare formations, qualifications, conversions, dissolutions, board resolutions, and stockholder actions.
• Maintain corporate records, capitalization tables, equity incentive plans, and securities filings.
• Conduct due diligence and assist with venture capital financings and M&A transactions.
• Research federal and state securities laws, including “blue sky” state compliance.
• Manage closing processes, data rooms, and document preparation.
• Ensure deadlines are met and maintain accurate time records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.
• At least two years of corporate paralegal experience in a law firm setting.
• Proficiency in Carta and other corporate governance platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with Delaware corporate law, federal and state securities laws, and equity incentive plan administration preferred.
• Familiarity with Google Docs, Box, Excel, DocuSign, and diligence data rooms is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience (New York range: $59,050 – $118,450 annually).
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Join a team known for its collaborative culture, commitment to diversity, and top-tier client service.

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