Corporate Paralegal

Corporate Paralegal (Transactional) – annualized salary range: $50,000 to $80,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Our client is a leading mid-sized law firm with offices around the tri-state and Florida. They offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays. Hybrid work environment, working 9-5pm.

They are currently seeking a Corporate Paralegal (transactions) with at least 1-3 years of experience for its Long Island location. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

INCORPORATION

Form Corporations, PLLC's, LLC's, P.C.'s, non-profits, partnerships:

• Form entities in NY and virtually every other state in the continental U.S.
• Check availability of names through Department of State and reserve name.
• Draft and file formation documents with the Secretary of State; prepare organizational minutes, bylaws, operating agreements.
• Arrange for mandatory publication of newly formed LLCs.
• Obtain and organize minute book, corporate seal, prepare stock certificates, complete stock ledger, maintain corporate records.
• Obtain employer identification numbers for tax purposes from IRS secure database.
• Draft Assignment and Assumption Agreements, and other corporate documents.

CORPORATE TRANSACTIONS

• Obtain information and file documents necessary to qualify corporation to transact business in foreign states.
• Prepare Assumed Name Filings and Dissolution Certificates which would include orchestrating final tax information.
• Obtain Good Standing Certificates directly from Department of State.
• Order, analyze and prepare matrix of UCC, judgment, lien and bankruptcy search results.
• Handle various SEC Form D filings with attorneys.
• Perform Lexis background searches on individuals and companies.
• Online research to obtain information on various corporations.
• Proof and compare documents received from opposing counsel.
• Responsible for handling all corporate department audit information requests.
• Handle Private Investigator licensing applications.

REAL ESTATE

• Preparation of real estate transfer documents, including TP-584, RP-5217, Deeds, NYC forms.
• Preparation of leases and powers of attorney.

BANKRUPTCY

• Daily Pacer access to review dockets and compile various bankruptcy reports and other updates from all national Courts.
• Preparation and electronic case filing of various Notices of Appearance, Proofs of Claim, Reaffirmation Agreements, Motions, Voluntary and Involuntary Bankruptcy petitions and all schedules in many State bankruptcy courts.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
• Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks
• Keen attention to detail
• Proficient in Lexis, Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel and ADOBE Acrobat / KOFAX Professional
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.