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Title : Senior Paralegal

Location : Oregon - Portland
Refer to Job # VYAO796621

Business is very brisk at this large, international full-service law firm that is one of the oldest and most prestigious firms in the Pacific Northwest. Their practice includes corporate, litigation, real estate, intellectual property, legislative, and other types of law. It's clients include some of the largest corporations from around the region and the globe. The firm has a strong commitment to diversity, and its attorneys enjoy a flexible, exciting environment where they can choose the specific types of work that they enjoy. All attorneys are given meaningful, interesting assignments and client contact, as well as the training and mentoring they need to enhance their skills. Relationships between associates and partners are generally good, and the firm encourages pro bono work. Billable hours requirements are reasonable, and market compensation is paid.
Senior Paralegal Responsibilities: Preparing and filing articles, certificates, organizational documents, agreements, resolutions and applications related to a variety of transactions related to incorporation/formation of corporations, partnerships and companies, assist with closing of mergers & acquisition transactions. Preparing and filing various federal and state forms including applications for licenses to operate specific Business/Corporate entities. Facilitate and assist with ongoing corporate governance matters including, but not limited to, preparing resolutions and minutes of directors and shareholders meetings and other miscellaneous corporate documents; maintaining annual corporate records and filings; and functioning as stock transfer agent in transferring stock of a corporation and maintaining list of stockholders; maintain capitalization records. Submitting filings under federal securities and state blue sky laws including drafting and filing Form D with the SEC and drafting and filing other documents required for selling securities in a particular state. Also, researching and preparing blue sky memoranda. Administer liquidations, dissolutions and withdrawals, including preparing resolutions of liquidations or dissolution; preparing and filing articles of dissolution or other required state forms to effect dissolution; preparing and filing state and federal tax liquidation or dissolution or withdrawal forms; and preparing documents in connection with the distribution of corporate assets. Significant responsibility assisting with trust and estate administration and related matters including but not limited to, drafting, proofreading and executing client estate planning packages; trust funding & distributions; preparation of initial drafts of estate planning documents, including wills, trust agreements, correspondence and other required documents. Qualifications: 3+ years of corporate paralegal experience working in a corporate legal department or law firm/professional services environment. At least one of the following: A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association; A degree from a postsecondary institution with a minimum of 24 units in law-related courses accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization as required by State law; Knowledge/expertise in incorporation and/or formation of corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies, foreign qualification application filing and applicable resolutions, and supporting mergers & acquisition transactions. Experience with trust and estate planning and administration is desirable. Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, eShares, iManage or other document management solution, HotDocs and Athennian, (with experience maintaining cap tables). A highly professional and positive demeanor and demonstrated work ethic including the willingness to take on extra tasks and responsibilities (including overtime) in order to meet client/firm needs. Comfortable in leading and supporting roles. Proactively follows-up on assignments in situations where there is little or no guidance; structures a system from minimal instruction; and strives to submit a flawless work product. Ability to work independently as well as function in team environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Resourceful and appropriate decision making skills. Examples include: Working cost-effectively; using the appropriate resources, including online tools and websites; knowing when to inform a supervisor of a situation; and understanding the boundaries of the practice of law. The ability to express and articulate him/herself clearly, including use of proper grammar and appropriate vocabulary, as well as the ability to describe a set of facts or information in an organized, precise, clear and unambiguous fashion. Experience with emerging growth companies and venture backed capital deals, is a plus. Demonstrated resourcefulness and flexibility in meeting clients needs; strong communication with clients, advisors, and trust officers and the ability to fit into our team-focused culture.

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