Paralegal - Corporate, M&A, & Securities
Husch Blackwell, Kansas City, MO, United States
Scope of Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our Mergers & Acquisitions practice. This role provides direct support to attorneys and senior paralegals across the full lifecycle of M&A transactions — from deal inception through post‑closing — with responsibilities spanning document management, closing coordination, corporate governance, and ongoing entity compliance.
The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience supporting both buyer‑side and seller‑side transactions and is comfortable managing multiple active deals simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Assist with preparation and drafting of merger or purchase agreements and related ancillary agreements
Prepare and draft disclosure schedules
Develop and conduct research related to transactions and filings, such as UCC searches
Virtual Data room management
Analyze and organize records and documents
Prepare withdrawal and qualification documents in accordance with state, local and federal laws and regulations for conducting business
Prepare notification of change of ownership or information with state regulatory agencies
Manage and oversee the preparation of electronic closing sets and binders and other post‑closing deliverables; distribute to appropriate parties
Draft shareholder and board consents
Entity formation
Draft organizational, incorporation and formation documents such as Articles of Organization, Operating Agreements, Consents and qualification documents
Conduct name availability searches and reserve entity name, if required
Draft Subscription Agreements, Stock Certificates, Stock Powers and related documents
Prepare SS‑4 forms and apply for Employer ID Numbers
Draft and file amendment certificates for corporations or limited liability companies
Coordinate projects with various service companies
Utilize SimplyAgree and DocuSign; prior experience is strongly preferred
Essential Job Functions
Significant client management experience
Exercise significant independent judgment and discretion in management of client team activities
Exercise independent judgment in the efficient and cost‑effective use of practice support, databases, and other technology
Exhibit initiative to stay informed of developments in the paralegal industry and work to ensure growth of the Corporate M&A and Securities Paralegal Team
Familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI and ability to learn and implement new AI preferred
Meet billable hour requirement of 1,500 hours per year
Perform other duties as required
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, with a significant focus on M&A transactions
Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred
Significant, substantive legal‑related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at the discretion of the SBU Managing Director
Other Desired Qualifications
Professional appearance and courteous manner when interacting with clients and employees
Excellent organizational, time‑management and prioritization skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing business demands
Ability to produce accurate, high‑quality work efficiently
Good judgment and decisiveness under deadlines
High‑level professional integrity and confidentiality
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
Reliability and ability to deliver on commitments
Ability to independently handle key duties without supervision of another Paralegal or Senior Paralegal
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and confidently, adapting to others’ needs
Proven success working in a fast‑paced, continually changing environment
Compensation and Benefits
State of Colorado: $75,000 – $119,000
State of Illinois: $64,000 – $125,000
State of Maryland: $73,000 – $107,000
State of Massachusetts: $85,000 – $130,000
State of Minnesota: $75,000 – $111,000
Jersey City, NJ: $78,000 – $114,000
State of New York: $66,000 – $125,000
State of Washington: $88,000 – $134,000
Washington, DC: $94,000 – $138,000
Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.
As a full‑time employee, benefits include medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; pre‑tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; paid time off; paid holidays; and participation in a retirement plan after meeting eligibility requirements.
Benefits may include discretionary bonus opportunities based on individual and firm performance.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.
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We are seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our Mergers & Acquisitions practice. This role provides direct support to attorneys and senior paralegals across the full lifecycle of M&A transactions — from deal inception through post‑closing — with responsibilities spanning document management, closing coordination, corporate governance, and ongoing entity compliance.
The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience supporting both buyer‑side and seller‑side transactions and is comfortable managing multiple active deals simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Assist with preparation and drafting of merger or purchase agreements and related ancillary agreements
Prepare and draft disclosure schedules
Develop and conduct research related to transactions and filings, such as UCC searches
Virtual Data room management
Analyze and organize records and documents
Prepare withdrawal and qualification documents in accordance with state, local and federal laws and regulations for conducting business
Prepare notification of change of ownership or information with state regulatory agencies
Manage and oversee the preparation of electronic closing sets and binders and other post‑closing deliverables; distribute to appropriate parties
Draft shareholder and board consents
Entity formation
Draft organizational, incorporation and formation documents such as Articles of Organization, Operating Agreements, Consents and qualification documents
Conduct name availability searches and reserve entity name, if required
Draft Subscription Agreements, Stock Certificates, Stock Powers and related documents
Prepare SS‑4 forms and apply for Employer ID Numbers
Draft and file amendment certificates for corporations or limited liability companies
Coordinate projects with various service companies
Utilize SimplyAgree and DocuSign; prior experience is strongly preferred
Essential Job Functions
Significant client management experience
Exercise significant independent judgment and discretion in management of client team activities
Exercise independent judgment in the efficient and cost‑effective use of practice support, databases, and other technology
Exhibit initiative to stay informed of developments in the paralegal industry and work to ensure growth of the Corporate M&A and Securities Paralegal Team
Familiarity and experience with adopting legal AI and ability to learn and implement new AI preferred
Meet billable hour requirement of 1,500 hours per year
Perform other duties as required
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, with a significant focus on M&A transactions
Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred
Significant, substantive legal‑related experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at the discretion of the SBU Managing Director
Other Desired Qualifications
Professional appearance and courteous manner when interacting with clients and employees
Excellent organizational, time‑management and prioritization skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing business demands
Ability to produce accurate, high‑quality work efficiently
Good judgment and decisiveness under deadlines
High‑level professional integrity and confidentiality
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
Reliability and ability to deliver on commitments
Ability to independently handle key duties without supervision of another Paralegal or Senior Paralegal
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and confidently, adapting to others’ needs
Proven success working in a fast‑paced, continually changing environment
Compensation and Benefits
State of Colorado: $75,000 – $119,000
State of Illinois: $64,000 – $125,000
State of Maryland: $73,000 – $107,000
State of Massachusetts: $85,000 – $130,000
State of Minnesota: $75,000 – $111,000
Jersey City, NJ: $78,000 – $114,000
State of New York: $66,000 – $125,000
State of Washington: $88,000 – $134,000
Washington, DC: $94,000 – $138,000
Employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.
As a full‑time employee, benefits include medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; pre‑tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; paid time off; paid holidays; and participation in a retirement plan after meeting eligibility requirements.
Benefits may include discretionary bonus opportunities based on individual and firm performance.
EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.
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