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Job Description :

In addition, as a member of the Perkins Coie LLP business professional support team, this position is also responsible for promoting and maintaining the goodwill and reputation of the firm. In this capacity, the Senior Paralegal is expected to maintain the highest level of professional conduct and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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

• Accurate time record-keeping.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with lawyers, staff, and clients.
• 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 secured lending is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent required; paralegal certificate or degree preferred.

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, accrued paid time off plan 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 .

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records that reside 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.

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