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Moore & Van Allen PLLC, a dynamic and fast-growing full-service law firm of more than 400 attorneys and professionals, is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its Charlotte, NC office. This full-time position, under the direction of an attorney will assist with corporate, mergers & acquisitions, entity formation, and other transactional functions.
Corporate, M&A, Transactional Functions:
Drafts and files certificates/articles of incorporation and certificate/articles of formation
Drafts written board consents in lieu of a meeting and written stockholder consents in lieu of a meeting, including both organizational and transactional closing matters
Drafts resolutions to be presented at a board meeting and/or stockholder meeting
Prepares basic organizational documents, including initial stock certificates and stock ledger
Completes and files Forms SS-4 to obtain EINs
Compiles and maintains minute books and stock ledgers
Conducts research to assist attorneys in determining jurisdictions for qualification
Prepares and files qualification and withdrawal applications
Orders lien, bankruptcy and litigation searches and summarizes search results
Prepares and files statutory filings with Secretary of State, including amendments, conversions, mergers, and dissolutions
Formulates solutions to problems which may arise, such as good standing issues
Interfaces with corporate service providers regarding statutory registered agent services (including changing contact information)
Closing and Post-Closing – General Functions:
Drafts certificates including secretary and officer certificates
Prepares closing files
Handles distribution of signature pages
Orders certified copies of charter documents and good standing certificates
Identifies and resolves problems that arise
Prepares and files UCC financing statements, amendments, and termination statements
Assists with closing, including compiling signature pages, filling in dates, tracking down final agreements and providing general support
Prepares closing index and assembles closing binder, and assists in distribution
Regular and in-person attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this interactive position.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience and education required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal in corporate business transactions and/or finance is required.
Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently on multiple outstanding matters, and be able to maintain a strong substantive understanding of the legal aspects of their work and related documentation.
Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary.
It requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
The work requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
The work at times requires bending, squatting, and reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull light weights.
May need to occasionally work more than the standard 37.5 hours per week to accomplish essential duties of the position. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and includes an attractive benefits package. Interested and qualified applicants should apply via our website athttps://www.mvalaw.com/careers-working-at-mva .Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Corporate, M&A, Transactional Functions:
Drafts and files certificates/articles of incorporation and certificate/articles of formation
Drafts written board consents in lieu of a meeting and written stockholder consents in lieu of a meeting, including both organizational and transactional closing matters
Drafts resolutions to be presented at a board meeting and/or stockholder meeting
Prepares basic organizational documents, including initial stock certificates and stock ledger
Completes and files Forms SS-4 to obtain EINs
Compiles and maintains minute books and stock ledgers
Conducts research to assist attorneys in determining jurisdictions for qualification
Prepares and files qualification and withdrawal applications
Orders lien, bankruptcy and litigation searches and summarizes search results
Prepares and files statutory filings with Secretary of State, including amendments, conversions, mergers, and dissolutions
Formulates solutions to problems which may arise, such as good standing issues
Interfaces with corporate service providers regarding statutory registered agent services (including changing contact information)
Closing and Post-Closing – General Functions:
Drafts certificates including secretary and officer certificates
Prepares closing files
Handles distribution of signature pages
Orders certified copies of charter documents and good standing certificates
Identifies and resolves problems that arise
Prepares and files UCC financing statements, amendments, and termination statements
Assists with closing, including compiling signature pages, filling in dates, tracking down final agreements and providing general support
Prepares closing index and assembles closing binder, and assists in distribution
Regular and in-person attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this interactive position.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience and education required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal in corporate business transactions and/or finance is required.
Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently on multiple outstanding matters, and be able to maintain a strong substantive understanding of the legal aspects of their work and related documentation.
Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary.
It requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
The work requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
The work at times requires bending, squatting, and reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull light weights.
May need to occasionally work more than the standard 37.5 hours per week to accomplish essential duties of the position. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and includes an attractive benefits package. Interested and qualified applicants should apply via our website athttps://www.mvalaw.com/careers-working-at-mva .Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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