Senior Paralegal - M&A and Corporate (Fully Remote)

Job Overview

We are a fast-growing aviation law firm focused exclusively on M&A and high-value aircraft transactions, tax structuring, and complex ownership strategies for sophisticated aircraft owners, operators, and investors.

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We are seeking a high-performing Senior M&A Paralegal who operates beyond task-based support and instead takes ownership of deal execution, manages transaction flow from start to finish, and operates at a high level within a high-performing team in fast-paced deal environments.

This role is designed for a strong M&A paralegal first and foremost. Prior aviation experience is not required—training will be provided for candidates with strong M&A experience.

In addition to leading M&A and transaction execution, the role includes a secondary responsibility supporting corporate governance and entity-related matters. This work is a smaller but important component of the position and complements the firm's transaction practice.

This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to work closely with a nationwide team and sophisticated clients without geographic constraints.

Core Responsibilities

M&A and Deal Execution (50%)

• Lead and project manage transaction execution from kickoff through closing and post-closing
• Build, manage, and drive closing checklists, ensuring all items, parties, and deadlines are tracked and completed
• Coordinate all aspects of deal flow, including communication with attorneys, clients, brokers, lenders, escrow agents, and third parties
• Prepare first drafts of transaction documents using firm forms and attorney guidance, including:
• Asset and equity purchase agreements and related disclosure schedules and ancillary closing documents (bills of sale, certificates, consents, etc.)
• Aircraft purchase agreements and related ancillary documents (bills of sale, delivery receipts, consents, etc.)
• Aircraft leases and aircraft time sharing agreements (training provided)
• Prepare and update transaction and ownership structure diagrams (PowerPoint or similar tools)
• Conduct and manage due diligence processes, including data rooms, document tracking, and summary outputs
• Prepare and file UCC financing statements, and conduct lien, litigation, and judgment searches
• Prepare and manage signature packets, document distribution, closing binders and post-closing deliverables

Aviation Transactions (Training Provided) (30%)

• Support and lead aircraft purchase and sale transactions and aviation-related M&A
• Assist with FAA registration, title transfers, escrow coordination, and lien searches
• Learn and apply aviation-specific transaction processes and workflows

Corporate Governance / Entity Formation and Maintenance (Secondary Role) (20%)

• Prepare and file entity formation, dissolution, merger, conversion, and foreign registration documents
• Draft governance documents, including operating agreements, bylaws, resolutions, and consents
• Maintain corporate records, minute books, and compliance tracking systems
• Assist with annual filings and multi-state compliance requirements

Ownership and Follow-Through (Critical to Success)

• Consistently and proactively track and follow up on all deal-related tasks, deadlines, and deliverables
• Maintain real-time visibility into deal status and proactively drive matters to completion
• Exercise judgment and autonomy in managing deal workflow with appropriate attorney support

Why This Role Is Different

• Opportunity to lead and own deal execution, not just support it
• Direct involvement in high-value M&A and aircraft transactions from start to finish
• Boutique firm with only partners and senior associates, so right person will enjoy operating at a level and receiving work comparable to a junior attorney in deal execution and project management
• Lean, high-performing team where strong paralegals are trusted with real responsibility
• Aviation experience not required — training provided for strong M&A candidates
• Significantly lower billable hour expectations than Big Law, with a focus on efficiency and outcomes
• Exposure to sophisticated clients, transactions, and structuring strategies

Requirements

• 8+ years of substantive M&A paralegal experience in a law firm environment
• Demonstrated experience leading or heavily managing deal execution, including closings and due diligence
• Strong experience with:
• Closing checklists and transaction coordination
• Due diligence and data rooms
• UCC filings and lien searches
• Ancillary closing documentation
• Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact directly with clients and deal participants
• Comfort working in a billable hour environment

Preferred (Not Required)

• Corporate governance and entity formation and maintenance experience
• Exposure to aviation or other high-value asset transactions

Success Profile

Success in this role requires exceptional organization, ownership, urgency, and follow-through.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Naturally takes ownership of deal execution
• Builds structure and clarity in complex, fast-moving transactions
• Proactively follows up without being asked
• Takes pride in getting every detail to completion
• Thrives in a high-trust, high-responsibility environment

Compensation & Growth

• Competitive base salary and bonus, commensurate with experience and billable expectations
• Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility in deal leadership and client interaction
• Clear path to expanded role within the firm for high performers

Position Details

• Full-time, fully remote

Benefits

• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid parental leave

• All candidates will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. xhyhwjd

Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.