Corporate Paralegal (Entry Level) in Chicago, IL| LawFirmStaff

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Title : Corporate Paralegal (Entry Level)

Location : Illinois - Chicago
Refer to Job # CHGF702220


Corporate Paralegal (Entry Level) Duties: Participate as a team member and assist attorneys, paralegals and other members of the firm in the Corporate group. Assist with the recovery, drafting and filing of basic corporate documents including certificate of incorporation, amendments, and uniform commercial code financing statements. Assist with managing, filing, proofreading and drafting all documents and correspondence. Availability for overtime and flexibility for travel are required. Track and maintain corporate minute books, board books and stock records. Track, calendar and maintain deadline-driven documents. Complete and file various forms with the IRS, including Form SS-4 (Application for Employer Identification Number). Draft and process legal response letters in connection with audit requests in compliance with established firm processes. Assist in the preparation of stock certificates, financing statements and other corporate documents as requested. Retrieval of certified copies of corporate documents, certificates of good standing and legal existence and related documents from state officials for corporate transactions or when otherwise requested. Perform public searches of all kinds, including federal and state lien searches, financing statements, and secretary of state records; prepare charts to illustrate results. Assist with SEC filings and searches within the SEC s EDGAR database. Review printer proofs (proofreading). Assist in closing binder preparation and distribution; and with other corporate document distributions. Assist with tasks in connection with closing of corporate transactions, including preparation of signature page packets, tracking execution status of documents and the maintenance and organization of corporate closing rooms, whether physical or electronic. The candidate must have a bachelor s degree from a top-ranked institution. Must have significant contact with lawyers and paralegals at the firm and requires strong interpersonal and communication skills. Must be a demonstrated self-starter who is both highly organized and a team player. Must demonstrate the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of the firm s internal and personnel affairs. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management and support staff. Ability to be a proactive self-starter, who understands the details within a much larger context. Ability to embrace new processes and incorporate new technology to meet client demands as they evolve. Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities; ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple, detailed tasks. Must be team-oriented and able to share information, goals, opportunities, successes and failures with the appropriate parties. Ability to plan, organize and carry out multiple related activities. Ability to work in a multi-office environment. Ability to influence at all levels of the organization. Ability to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environment. Must pay attention to details and have the ability to follow up and follow through.
 
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