Perkins Coie
Overview
Perkins Coie LLP is looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice group. Under minimal supervision, the Paralegal will assist lawyers and clients with high-level corporate and transactional paralegal duties, maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality, and oversee corporate maintenance for a large number of clients across many industries. As a member of the Perkins Coie LLP business professional support team, this position also promotes and maintains the goodwill and reputation of the firm and requires the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.
Responsibilities
Maintain client confidentiality and positive client relationships.
Draft and file incorporation, formation, amendment, dissolution, and withdrawal documents for Corporations, LLCs, LPs, and LLPs.
Conduct and analyze UCC searches; prepare UCC-1 and UCC-3 financing statements.
Maintain organized records for corporate entities, including ownership ledgers and state/federal filings.
Prepare and distribute corporate documents, certifications, and UCC statements.
Draft agreements for securities transfers.
Manage closings for financings, mergers, and acquisitions.
Conduct corporate diligence reviews and summarize findings.
Organize and maintain electronic data sites; manage shareholder mailings and regulatory filings.
Conduct factual research and analysis on statutory requirements.
Train and supervise other paralegals; coordinate workloads.
Work with external vendors to manage attorney and client requests.
Specific Skills Required
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Accurate time record-keeping.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with lawyers, staff, and clients.
Proficient in proofreading, redlining, and document comparison.
Strong knowledge of California and Delaware corporate law, federal and state securities laws, and private company M&A.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Excel.
Fluent in Carta, Shareworks, or other capitalization management platforms.
Ability to take initiative and exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Specific Skills Preferred
Experience with public company matters, including beneficial ownership tables, Section 16 reporting, Rule 144, and legend removal letters is a plus.
Experience with secured lending is a plus.
Education and Experience
6-8 years of experience as a corporate paralegal with public and/or privately held companies.
4-year degree in a related field or equivalent required; paralegal certificate or degree preferred.
Compensation and Benefits This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off 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.
Location and compensation details: The position may be filled in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, or Washington state with compensation ranges reflecting typical pay for this role; actual offers may vary based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.
San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $74,400 to $133,920 annually
Los Angeles compensation range: $67,880 to $122,190 annually
Washington state compensation range: $61,490 to $110,680 annually
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records residing in Los Angeles and San Francisco counties will be considered for employment in accordance with the applicable Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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Responsibilities
Maintain client confidentiality and positive client relationships.
Draft and file incorporation, formation, amendment, dissolution, and withdrawal documents for Corporations, LLCs, LPs, and LLPs.
Conduct and analyze UCC searches; prepare UCC-1 and UCC-3 financing statements.
Maintain organized records for corporate entities, including ownership ledgers and state/federal filings.
Prepare and distribute corporate documents, certifications, and UCC statements.
Draft agreements for securities transfers.
Manage closings for financings, mergers, and acquisitions.
Conduct corporate diligence reviews and summarize findings.
Organize and maintain electronic data sites; manage shareholder mailings and regulatory filings.
Conduct factual research and analysis on statutory requirements.
Train and supervise other paralegals; coordinate workloads.
Work with external vendors to manage attorney and client requests.
Specific Skills Required
Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Accurate time record-keeping.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with lawyers, staff, and clients.
Proficient in proofreading, redlining, and document comparison.
Strong knowledge of California and Delaware corporate law, federal and state securities laws, and private company M&A.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Excel.
Fluent in Carta, Shareworks, or other capitalization management platforms.
Ability to take initiative and exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Specific Skills Preferred
Experience with public company matters, including beneficial ownership tables, Section 16 reporting, Rule 144, and legend removal letters is a plus.
Experience with secured lending is a plus.
Education and Experience
6-8 years of experience as a corporate paralegal with public and/or privately held companies.
4-year degree in a related field or equivalent required; paralegal certificate or degree preferred.
Compensation and Benefits This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off 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.
Location and compensation details: The position may be filled in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, or Washington state with compensation ranges reflecting typical pay for this role; actual offers may vary based on experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.
San Francisco Bay Area compensation range: $74,400 to $133,920 annually
Los Angeles compensation range: $67,880 to $122,190 annually
Washington state compensation range: $61,490 to $110,680 annually
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records residing in Los Angeles and San Francisco counties will be considered for employment in accordance with the applicable Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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