Corporate Paralegal

Location: New Haven, CT | On-site 5 days/week

Salary Range: $75K-$100K | Bonus Eligible | Non-Exempt

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 8-4 or 9-5

Billing Requirement: 1,000 hours annually

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

A respected Connecticut-based law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its growing Corporate Law department. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional seeking to work on sophisticated business transactions in a collaborative, client-focused environment that serves industries including manufacturing, healthcare, technology, telecommunications, consulting, and professional services.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution
• 5+ years of experience as a corporate or transactional paralegal
• Strong knowledge of:
• Corporate governance
• Business entity structures
• Regulatory compliance
• Mergers & acquisitions
• Corporate finance transactions
• Experience with legal document management systems, preferably PerfectLaw AIM
• Advanced organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file formation documents for corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and other business entities
• Draft organizational consents, bylaws, and operating agreements
• Maintain corporate minute books and entity records
• Prepare board resolutions, shareholder consents, and governance documentation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Support M&A transactions , financings, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic alliances
• Conduct due diligence , manage data rooms, and coordinate closing deliverables
• Prepare transaction and ancillary closing documents
• Assist with debt and equity financings
• Maintain capitalization tables and securities-related filings
• Monitor filing deadlines and prepare Secretary of State submissions
• Collaborate with attorneys, accountants, underwriters, investment bankers, and clients to facilitate seamless transactions

Grow Your Legal Career

This opportunity offers direct exposure to sophisticated corporate matters alongside experienced attorneys in a highly collaborative practice. The firm values professionalism, accountability, and client service while offering meaningful growth opportunities and a strong team-oriented culture.

Ready to take the next step in your legal career? Apply today to join a high-performing corporate law team supporting impactful business transactions and long-term client success.

Founded in 1969, JOHN LEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHN LEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.