DLA Piper LLP (US) · Palo Alto, CA

Paralegal - Corporate at DLA Piper LLP (US) — Palo Alto, CA

Full-timePalo Alto, CA$45.52–$68.93/hourPosted 2026-07-06Apply on Workday
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Summary

The Paralegal - Corporate, under the supervision of attorneys, performs a range of substantive cases, matter or entity related duties. Prepares drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Compiles, analyzes and summarizes information. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.

Location

This position can sit in our Palo Alto, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York, or San Francisco office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Performs and maintains capitalization tables as well as stock and options ledgers.
  • Direct experience with Carta, Pulley, and other related software.
  • Direct experience with SEC EDGAR Next.
  • Prepares drafts and files Section 16 filings.
  • Organizes, prepares and files a variety of corporate legal documents for transactions (Articles of Incorporation/Organization, Amendments, state qualifications, consents, merger documents, closing books, electronic closing sets, initial drafts or certificates, short‐form closing deliverables, and filing annual reports).
  • Assists with formation of entities such as Corporations, LLCs, 501(c)(3).
  • Prepares documents for transactions such as closing statements.
  • Prepares UCC searches and filings.
  • Organizes documents and closing books in connection with corporate transactions such as acquisitions and mergers.
  • Prepares and files annual reports in states where corporations are incorporated and/or qualified to do business.
  • Assists with basic private company transfer agent functions including stock issuance, stock transfers, stock option grants and maintenance of stock option plan records in corporate maintenance software.
  • Assists with due diligence.
  • Prepares closing volumes, including index, document assembly, binding and final distribution.
  • Prepares draft documentation for filings with Secretary of State, Department of Corporations and other state or federal agencies.
  • Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists.
  • Performs Blue Sky research and filings.
  • Maintains minute books (hard copy and electronic).
  • Prepares drafts and files S‐8 Registration Statements and Section 16 filings.
  • Manages data rooms and matter files.
  • Other duties.

Desired Skills

Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience with legal software such as Relativity, LexisNexis, Westlaw or similar application required. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys and clients on a daily basis. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to handle large volumes of work associates with each matter. Responsibilities will include assisting attorneys in your home office and in offices across the firm. Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Education

  • High School diploma or GED.

Preferred Education

  • Bachelor's Degree and/or a Paralegal certificate.

Minimum Years of Experience

  • 1 year of paralegal experience for individuals with a bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate. Individuals without a degree or certification require five years' legal support experience in the specific practice area.

Essential Job Expectations

  • Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
  • Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
  • Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
  • Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
  • Foster positive work relationships.
  • Comply with all firm policies and practices.
  • Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
  • Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

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Accommodation

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $45.52 - $68.93 per hour depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. Non-exempt positions will be paid on an hourly basis and paid overtime in accordance with applicable laws.

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