At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading. THE OPPORTUNITY: We are searching for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our team. The paralegal will work independently to assist lawyers and provide support to the lawyers in the Corporate and Securities team and other transactional practice groups as needed. It is essential that this person be a self-starter and able to work well both in a team environment as well as independently. This role is expected to be a substantive contributor to the outcomes described and must ensure that client service and client satisfaction are attained in all areas. A Corporate and Securities Paralegal must display good judgment, and effective interpersonal communications; Confidentiality and discretion are required consistently. THE DAY-TO-DAY: On any given day, you will be working with firm partners and business colleagues on a variety of requests and projects. You will: Assist attorneys to prepare integral corporate documents/materials. Work with lawyers to prepare all documents required to form corporations (both business and not-for-profit corporations), partnerships and limited liability companies in any state. Assist lawyers in the preparation of documentation for amendments, withdrawals, mergers and dissolutions of corporations, partnerships and/or limited liability companies. Assist lawyers with the completion of stock certificates. Assist with corporate maintenance work including, annual reports and filings and franchise tax forms. Create and maintain corporate minute books. Work directly with attorneys and clients during closings and corporate transactions. Provide lawyers with assistance in the preparation for and closing of various corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions and initial public offerings. Prepare audit letters for distribution to auditors and clients. Gather litigation and billing information to prepare draft responses to auditors’ requests for information. Assist with federal and state securities filings. Work directly with lawyers to prepare transaction and disclosure documents and federal and state blue sky filings relating to securities offerings under the Securities Act of 1933 and schedules and reports required under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Prepare/conduct UCC Filings/Searches. Assist lawyers in the preparation and filing of UCC filings and handle UCC filing search requests in all states. Work with Internal Revenue Service. Assist with the completion and filing of SS-4 Forms with the Internal Revenue Service for the purpose of obtaining Employee Identification Numbers (EINs) for corporations, partnerships and/or limited liability companies. Other tasks and projects as needed. The statements contained in this job description are not necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned and requirements may vary from time to time. YOU HAVE: Strong research and investigative skills. Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.). Strong computer and software skills (LexisNexis, Westlaw, etc.) Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and coordinate work. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with federal, state and local rules/filing procedures preferred. Possess strong interpersonal skills with ability to build strong relationships. Accepts ownership of projects and is successful in driving projects, as well as daily tasks, to a successful conclusion. Ability to adjust and adapt quickly to changing situations. Ability to work with detailed information accurately and efficiently. Able to maintain confidentiality. Ability to interact with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism. Exhibits clear and concise telephone and email etiquette. Must be able to work well as part of a team as well as work independently. Is responsive and sensitive to internal and external deadlines. Must quickly grasp the goals, service, culture and strategy of both the office and the firm overall. Must conduct him/herself professionally in appearance and actions; must set a positive example for all personnel. Flexibility for travel and overtime required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline or equivalent experience. Minimum of five years’ experience as a Corporate Paralegal; ten or greater years’ experience preferred. Degree or certificate in Paralegal Studies is a plus, but not required. WHAT WE PROVIDE: Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our allied professionals are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence. We are also proud to be an influential leader in inclusion and diversity. The firm has been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign and the Minority Corporate Counsel Association. We are Mansfield 2.0 certified, a reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing candidates from underrepresented groups. MORE ABOUT SEYFARTH: With more than 900 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers/. Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. To achieve our goal of equal opportunity, Seyfarth Shaw maintains an affirmative action plan through which it makes good faith efforts to recruit, hire and advance in employment qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click EEO is the LAW and the Supplement poster through the following link: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf Seyfarth is an EO Employer –M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. It is an essential job requirement to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for this role. If you need an accommodation of any kind for religious or disability reasons, including related to this job requirement, please contact Human Resources. #CA-TA #LI- Hybrid This position is based in Chicago, IL 60606