Senior Corporate Paralegal

We are a dynamic and well-established mid-sized law firm proudly serving the Dayton area for nearly 40 years. Our firm offers a vibrant and engaging work environment, and we are a leading, full-service firm with practice groups that offer a broad array of legal services.

Requirements

• 7 years of corporate paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate in-house legal department.

Position Details

• Maintain corporate minute books: draft minutes and written unanimous consents; prompt attorneys of updates to annual actions; and maintain share ledgers and prepare share certificates.
• Coordinate and manage document imaging and corporate information database.
• Prepare and file documents with the Secretaries of State: formation documents; amendments; UCC financing statements; document requests.
• Order lien searches and summarize results.
• Assist attorneys during merger & acquisition transactions: manage task items and due diligence lists; organize documents and prepare closing binders.
• Perform contracts reviews.
• Obtain information on individuals and companies via Lexis/Westlaw and general internet research.
• Docket corporate deadlines.
• Proofread documents and review documents for docketing purposes.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations, organizational charts, and timelines.
• Other tasks that may be assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• High attention to detail and organization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both orally and in writing.
• Understand corporate law practice and Ohio Corporate Law.
• Skill in interacting with clients, attorneys, and professionals from other businesses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to excellence.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast paced environment.
• Ability to multitask and meet targeted deadlines.
• Experience with technology: Microsoft Suite, Adobe, document management system experience a plus.
• Flexible, willing to work overtime and occasional weekends.
• Must be able to lift at least 10 lbs. and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to accurately type 70 WPM

Pay is commensurate with experience.