McCormack Schreiber Legal Search
Corporate Governance Specialist – Global Investment Firm
McCormack Schreiber Legal Search, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Corporate Paralegal (5+ yrs) – Global Private Investment Firm
Our client, a sophisticated private investment firm in Chicago, has an active need for a corporate paralegal to support the company’s legal function, governance, entity management, and operations.
This firm was founded by a distinguished leader known for her entrepreneurial vision, civic commitment, and strong track record of building successful businesses.
Highlights
Firm founded by a prominent figure in the Chicago community
Outstanding leadership and company culture
Entrepreneurial and dynamic environment
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and edit legal correspondence, contracts, agreements, memoranda, and transactional documents
Manage corporate entities by maintaining organizational charts, ownership records, and corporate minute books, and overseeing formation, dissolution, compliance, and registrations
Support transactions by preparing due diligence materials, disclosure schedules, closing checklists, and ancillary documents; coordinate signatures and document delivery; and manage post-closing matters
Ensure compliance and governance by tracking deadlines, preparing annual reports, and assisting with KYC and regulatory filings
Handle operations, including processing legal invoices and managing vendor communications
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm, corporate legal department, or investment-focused environment
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience with real estate, private equity, or family office work preferred
Strong understanding of entity management, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with legal document management systems
Experience with entity management software or databases a plus
Location Chicago, IL
Compensation Base pay range: $130,000 - $140,000 per year
About Us McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is Chicago’s leading legal search firm. We leverage more than 30 years of experience in the Chicago legal market to assist attorneys and paralegals seeking new opportunities and employers searching for top legal talent.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative and Legal
Industries
Investment Management
Legal Services
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This firm was founded by a distinguished leader known for her entrepreneurial vision, civic commitment, and strong track record of building successful businesses.
Highlights
Firm founded by a prominent figure in the Chicago community
Outstanding leadership and company culture
Entrepreneurial and dynamic environment
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and edit legal correspondence, contracts, agreements, memoranda, and transactional documents
Manage corporate entities by maintaining organizational charts, ownership records, and corporate minute books, and overseeing formation, dissolution, compliance, and registrations
Support transactions by preparing due diligence materials, disclosure schedules, closing checklists, and ancillary documents; coordinate signatures and document delivery; and manage post-closing matters
Ensure compliance and governance by tracking deadlines, preparing annual reports, and assisting with KYC and regulatory filings
Handle operations, including processing legal invoices and managing vendor communications
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm, corporate legal department, or investment-focused environment
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience with real estate, private equity, or family office work preferred
Strong understanding of entity management, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with legal document management systems
Experience with entity management software or databases a plus
Location Chicago, IL
Compensation Base pay range: $130,000 - $140,000 per year
About Us McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is Chicago’s leading legal search firm. We leverage more than 30 years of experience in the Chicago legal market to assist attorneys and paralegals seeking new opportunities and employers searching for top legal talent.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative and Legal
Industries
Investment Management
Legal Services
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