Senior Paralegal – General Practice

📍 New York, NY

A leading global law firm is seeking a Senior Paralegal – General Practice to provide high-level support to attorneys on complex corporate matters while assisting with administrative and departmental initiatives. The role will support the full lifecycle of corporate transactions, including M&A, capital financings, public offerings, and business entity matters.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-level paralegal support to lawyers on complex client matters.
• Support the full lifecycle of corporate transactions, including M&A, capital financings, and public offerings.
• Assist with the formation, maintenance, and dissolution of corporations, LLCs, LPs, and other business entities.
• Assist with drafting, preparing, and filing registration statements and other SEC filings.
• Conduct EDGAR and UCC searches and order good standing certificates.
• Assist with corporate governance documentation, due diligence reviews, and stock certificate preparation.
• Handle routine administrative matters and special projects as assigned.
• Collaborate with and mentor junior paralegals.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Firm information security and data protection policies.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house environment.
• Thorough knowledge of the corporate transaction process.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a highly responsive approach.
• Strong judgment and ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience mentoring or collaborating with junior paralegals.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office, Westlaw, Intelligize, Bloomberg Law, and Adobe.
• New York State Notary Public license and prior leadership experience are preferred.
• Commitment to excellence, professionalism, and high-quality client service.