Paralegal

A bit about us:

We are a boutique law firm focused on various matters. Our attorneys provide sophisticated, cost-effective legal services tailored to each client's needs. We offer a professional yet informal working environment that values collaboration, flexibility, attention to detail, and personalized client service. Our team takes pride in building strong client relationships while maintaining a collegial and inclusive workplace.

Why join us?

• **Meaningful legal work:** Gain exposure to franchise regulatory matters, commercial contracts, corporate transactions, and litigation.
• **Direct attorney interaction:** Work closely with partners and associates in a collaborative boutique firm environment.
• **Specialized experience:** Develop valuable expertise in franchise law without needing prior franchise experience.
• **Work-life flexibility:** Enjoy a generally consistent weekday schedule, with some flexibility in working hours.
• **Hybrid opportunity:** Become eligible to request up to two remote workdays per week after six months, based on demonstrated productivity and job knowledge.
• **Collegial culture:** Join a professional, informal workplace that emphasizes teamwork, personalized service, and an inclusive environment.

Job Details

## About the Firm

A boutique law firm focused is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support its attorneys across regulatory, transactional, and litigation matters. The firm provides personalized, cost-effective legal services in a professional yet informal environment that values collaboration, flexibility, and client service.

## Position Overview

The Paralegal will work directly with partners, associates, and the Firm Administrator to support a variety of legal matters. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple assignments and competing deadlines. Flexibility is essential, as responsibilities and priorities may shift based on client and firm needs.

Prior franchise law experience is preferred but not required.

## Key Responsibilities

**Franchise Regulatory & Contract Support**

• Prepare, review, file, and maintain franchise agreements, registrations, renewals, and amendments.
• Assist with state and federal franchise registration requirements and communicate with state regulators.
• Organize and maintain Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) and related records.
• Manage contract execution, renewals, deadlines, and documentation throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Track key dates and proactively follow up on outstanding items.

**Corporate & Transactional Support**

• Prepare franchise agreements, default notices, termination notices, and related legal documents.
• Assist with franchise transfers, mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and transaction closings.
• Prepare closing binders and maintain transaction files.
• Assist with corporate filings, resolutions, and governance documentation.
• Help maintain and improve contract management procedures and systems.

**Litigation Support**

• Assist with preparing pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents.
• Electronically file court documents and manage litigation files.
• Organize and review discovery materials.
• Prepare exhibits for depositions, motions, hearings, and trials.
• Cite-check briefs and support attorneys throughout litigation proceedings.

## Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least three years of paralegal experience in a private law firm or corporate legal department.
• Prior franchise law experience preferred but not required.
• Paralegal certificate preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Westlaw, PACER, and CM-ECF.
• Strong organizational, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

## Work Arrangement & Benefits

This is a full-time position with generally scheduled hours of 9:00 AM-5:30 PM, including a one-hour lunch break. Working hours may be negotiable.

Compensation will be based on experience, with benefits provided.

## Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys, and gain broad exposure to regulatory, corporate, transactional, and litigation matters within a collaborative boutique firm.

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