Corporate Paralegal

A reputable San Francisco law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in a busy corporate and transactional practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex corporate matters, and can effectively support transactions from inception through closing. The paralegal will play a critical role in maintaining corporate records, managing filings, and assisting attorneys with delivering efficient and accurate client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with corporate transactions, including entity formations, mergers and acquisitions, financings, and corporate governance matters
• Prepare and file formation and qualification documents for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships across multiple jurisdictions
• Draft and maintain corporate records, including bylaws, operating agreements, resolutions, and minutes
• Manage and maintain corporate minute books and capitalization tables
• Assist with due diligence efforts, including document review, data room management, and organization of transaction materials
• Prepare closing checklists, signature packets, and closing binders for transactions
• Coordinate with clients, outside counsel, and government agencies regarding filings and corporate compliance matters
• Track deadlines related to annual filings, statements of information, and other compliance requirements
• File documents with state agencies, including Secretary of State offices, and support UCC filings as needed
• Maintain accurate records in document management and case management systems and update attorneys on project status

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of corporate paralegal experience, preferably within a law firm or in-house legal department
• Experience with entity formation, corporate governance, and transactional support
• Familiarity with Secretary of State filings, UCC filings, and multi-state corporate compliance requirements
• Strong experience drafting corporate documents and maintaining corporate records
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments)
• Experience with cap table management tools (e.g., Carta) is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills when interacting with clients and legal teams
• Professional, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset

Compensation

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