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FBT Gibbons · 1 day ago

Corporate Paralegal

FBT Gibbons is currently searching for a full-time Corporate Paralegal to join our team. This position will assist attorneys in all stages of corporate transactions and in the preparation of documents necessary to comply with federal, state and local regulations governing business activities.

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Responsibilities

Work with attorneys to prepare and file all documents required to form corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies
Assist attorneys in the preparation of documentation related to amendments, withdrawals, mergers and dissolutions of corporations, partnerships and/or limited liability companies
Assist with the preparation and issuance of stock certificates
Complete franchise tax forms for attorney review
Create, organize and maintain corporate minute books and entity records
Support attorneys in the preparation for and closing of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and initial public offerings
Work directly with attorneys to prepare Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings related to securities offerings and respond to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933 and 1934 filings
Assist with the preparation, filing and retrieval of UCC filings and conduct UCC filing searches in applicable jurisdictions
Assist with the completion and filing of SS-4 Forms with the IRS to obtain Employer Identification Numbers (EINs) for corporations, partnerships and/or limited liability companies
Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings or trials
Draft and proofread legal documents prepared by attorneys
Research and confirm name availability in relevant jurisdictions
Assist attorneys with the preparation of board meetings and committee meetings
Act as witness or notary in the execution of contracts or other agreements
Accurately record time worked and enter time and description into time and billing system

Qualification

Corporate paralegal experiencePreparing corporate documentsResearch skillsMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsAttention to detailCritical thinkingTeam collaboration

Required

Associates degree or Bachelor's degree with a major in paralegal studies, or A Bachelor's degree with an unrelated major, and have: A certificate from an ABA approved paralegal training program specializing in the area for which the candidate is being considered; or Two years' experience in the area of specialization for which the candidate is being considered or other comparable experience; or Unique qualifications, experience, or training which fill a specific need within Frost Brown Todd LLP
Minimum of three years of corporate paralegal experience required
Demonstrated experience preparing and handling a range of corporate documents
Strong research skills
Extremely accurate and detailed in their paperwork
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work toward established goals and consistently meet deadlines
Demonstrated critical thinking and sound judgment skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and within time constraints
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
Proficient computer skills using MS Office applications
Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
401k/profit sharing retirement package

Company

FBT Gibbons

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FBT Gibbons LLP is a national law firm focused on serving companies operating and investing in the middle market.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Cindy Thurston Bare
Chief Data and Innovation Officer
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