Note: This position offers a hybrid work arrangement. Employees are expected to work on-site at our client’s Stamford, CT office several days per week, with the option to telecommute on other days.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have a minimum of 5–7 years of corporate transactional paralegal experience, including mergers and acquisitions and general corporate law support.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established law firm providing sophisticated legal services to business and financial clients throughout the U.S. and internationally. With a reputation for excellence, collaboration, and client-focused results, they handle a diverse range of corporate and transactional matters including mergers and acquisitions, venture financing, and corporate governance. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, highly professional team in a firm known for both its depth of expertise and its collegial environment.

Job Description

• Provide comprehensive paralegal support for corporate transactional matters, including M&A, venture capital financings, and general corporate governance.
• Draft and prepare formation, qualification, merger, and dissolution documents for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.
• Manage multiple transactional closings and maintain closing checklists, signature pages, and executed document sets.
• Prepare and maintain capitalization tables, stock ledgers, board minutes, resolutions, and other entity records.
• Conduct due diligence, perform lien and IP searches, and prepare UCC filings.
• Assist with securities filings, including Form D and related documentation.
• Coordinate filings with the USPTO, Secretary of State, and other agencies.
• Maintain corporate records and support attorneys with day-to-day transactional needs.
• Utilize document management systems (iManage, Kira, Litera, Closing Folders).
• Support additional special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
• 5–7+ years of relevant corporate transactional experience.
• Demonstrated experience with mergers and acquisitions, venture financings, and general corporate governance.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite and document management software.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work efficiently under pressure.
• Flexible schedule with willingness to work overtime when required.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, nationally recognized corporate law practice.
• Hybrid flexibility — enjoy both in-office collaboration and remote independence.
• Exposure to complex, high-value transactions.
• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and commuter benefits.
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture that values long-term growth and professional development.

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