What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Paralegal position at Godfrey & Kahn?
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Corporate Paralegal to assist Shareholders and Associates with a full range of corporate matters. They collect, analyze, and maintain information and documents following correct legal practice and Firm/Corporate standards and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with corporate transactional work, including, but not limited to: closings of acquisition, financing and reorganization transactions
- Organize business entities and manage various state compliance matters (e.g., foreign qualifications, obtaining necessary federal and state accounts and registrations)
- Update and maintain corporate records books, including, but not limited to: meetings of the governing body and equity holders, stock records, and federal and state filings
- Assist with drafting of corporate resolution documents, organizational documents, closing certificates, and similar documents
- Assist with paperwork needed by the UCC, IRS, SEC and other regulatory bodies
- Perform legal research
- Meet annual billable hour guideline of 1400 hours
- Willingness to cross-train and assist with real estate, bankruptcy/restructuring and other firm practice groups as needed
- Willingness to assist with non-billable matters as requested
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of three years of prior corporate paralegal experience
- Two-year degree and a Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited program strongly preferred
- Exceptional knowledge of MS Office Suite and Excel
- Proficiency in database use and management, as well as internet/electronic research
- Ability to communicate effectively and provide exceptional service to all internal and external clients
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Excellent time-management and project management skills
- Highly organized and able to prioritize appropriately in a fast-paced environment
