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Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP · 15 hours ago

Corporate Paralegal

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support their corporate attorneys in the Silicon Valley office. The role involves assisting with corporate transactional work, general corporate governance matters, and drafting corporate documents.

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Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with transactions: organizing and reviewing diligence materials, maintaining closing files, preparing signature packages, preparing execution copies of closing documents and compiling signing and closing sets
Corporate governance matters such as maintaining minute books, stock records and stockholder files
Draft and coordinate execution of corporate documents, such as incorporation/formation documents, UCC filing statements, board/stockholder consents, award agreements and audit letters
Coordinate legal filings with state and federal government agencies, as well as the retrieval of documents from same agencies
Research and analyze information collected from public records databases
Any additional responsibilities as required by management

Qualification

Corporate Paralegal experienceDrafting legal documentsAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Suite proficiencyAttention to detailOrganizational skillsMulti-taskExperience tracking billable timeParalegal CertificateProblem solving skillsVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

3+ years of experience as a Corporate Paralegal at a big law firm, experience including prior experience drafting legal documents and signature blocks, preparing signature packets, and preparing executed versions of agreements for closing
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail and possess excellent organizational skills
Proactive and have the ability to work independently and multi-task under pressure within time constraints with little supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills in communications in person, by e-mail and telephone and provides information in a timely matter with courtesy and tact; follows instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys and staff
Strong computer skills (including Microsoft Suite, Adobe, DocuSign, and online datasites)
Experience tracking billable time
Ability to work overtime hours and travel, if needed or requested
BA/BS with strong academic background required

Preferred

Paralegal Certificate preferred

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability coverage
Life insurance
Flexible spending plan
401K plan
Generous paid time off
Holidays

Company

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

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Weil is premised upon a commitment to deliver sound judgment to its clients on their most difficult and important matters.

H1B Sponsorship

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Michael Vitiello
Chief Operating Officer, Corporate Department
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Christopher Machera
Partner
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