Corporate Paralegal

The Orlando Office of national, AmLaw 100 law firm is seeking qualified applicants for an experienced Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Paralegal.

We are seeking a skilled Corporate Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing corporate formation documents, including bylaws, operating agreements, organizational consents, board and shareholder minutes, and written consents. They will also handle corporate amendments, withdrawals, mergers, conversions, and dissolution documents. Additionally, this role involves preparing and filing fictitious name applications while ensuring compliance with publication requirements. The Corporate Paralegal will be responsible for drafting and submitting IRS forms, such as EIN applications and S-Election forms, to the Internal Revenue Service. They will maintain corporate minute books, issue stock and membership interest certificates, and keep accurate stock ledgers. The role also includes preparing and filing corporate annual reports with government agencies. Further responsibilities include assisting with corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, supporting the preparation of disclosure schedules, and maintaining closing checklists. The candidate will help with data production, organize and maintain data rooms, and handle the preparation and filing of UCC financing statements while conducting UCC/lien searches. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with experience in corporate law to contribute to a dynamic legal team.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience as a corporate paralegal in a law firm setting, with a solid understanding of corporate practice and procedures. This role requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. The candidate must demonstrate strong technology and analytical abilities, with the ability to analyze and interpret information in transactional and corporate documents. Effective communication skills, both oral and written, are essential, as is a strong sense of accountability, ownership of projects, and a proactive approach to resolving issues. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to assess information, anticipate potential issues and outcomes, and make sound decisions. They should be capable of managing multiple requests, prioritizing tasks effectively, and meeting deadlines. A strong client service orientation, excellent teamwork skills, and the flexibility to work overtime when necessary are also key attributes for success in this role.

A four-year degree from an accredited college or university, along with a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program, is preferred; however, relevant work experience may be substituted for education. Florida Registered Paralegals are strongly preferred.

With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals, and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.