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Corporate Paralegal

The Opportunity: Corporate Paralegal

About the Opportunity Our client, a prestigious global law firm, is seeking a highly skilled Corporate Paralegal to join their Corporate practice group. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team that advises a wide range of clients—from innovative startups to established public companies—on complex transactional, governance, and compliance matters.

Position Overview The ideal candidate will have a strong law firm background with demonstrated experience in capital markets transactions (specifically Section 16 filings) and start-up equity management using platforms like Carta. This paralegal will support attorneys in public company compliance, venture financings, and other corporate matters.

• Prepare and file Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, 5) with the SEC.
• Manage and update cap tables using Carta or similar equity platforms.
• Assist with startup formations, corporate governance, and financing documentation.
• Draft board consents, stockholder consents, stock option grants, and related documents.
• Maintain and organize minute books, stock ledgers, and other corporate records.
• Support attorneys in M&A, capital markets, and venture capital transactions.
• Liaise with clients and third parties to collect documentation and track deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a corporate paralegal in a law firm environment.
• Direct experience with Section 16 compliance and public company filings.
• Proficiency in Carta or comparable equity management tools.
• Solid understanding of startup equity, corporate structures, and governance.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.

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