Patent Paralegal

Overview Under general supervision, the Corporate & Securities Paralegal provides legal and operational support to attorneys in the U.S. Corporate Group and Securities team. The role supports corporate transactions, entity management, mergers and acquisitions, venture financings, restructurings, and securities compliance matters, including private and public offerings and related federal and state filings. Location Oakland, CA (hybrid/onsite). The position requires working in the office at least 4 days per week. Responsibilities Support corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financing, restructurings, and other strategic matters. Prepare and manage organizational and governance documents for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, including formation documents, bylaws, operating agreements, organizational minutes, and state filings. Assist with entity maintenance, including qualifications, mergers, conversions, dissolutions, withdrawals, and ongoing corporate compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Prepare corporate resolutions, written consents, secretary and officer certificates, and other governance documentation. Maintain corporate records, minute books, stock ledgers, governance databases, and entity management systems. Use capitalization management platforms (e.g., CARTA) to maintain cap tables, equity ownership records, stock option information, SAFEs, warrants, and related equity documentation. Assist with due diligence for corporate transactions, including document review, virtual data room organization, and diligence tracking. Prepare and coordinate transactional closing documentation, including execution packets, closing agendas, signature pages, good standing certificates, certified charter documents, and post‑closing deliverables. Prepare, review, and file SEC documents via EDGAR (Forms D, 3, 4, 5, 8‑K) and maintain filing credentials and access codes. Conduct blue‑sky research and coordinate federal and state securities filings, including EFD submissions. Prepare and file UCC financing statements, amendments, continuations, and related state filings. Conduct lien, litigation, bankruptcy, and judgment searches, summarize findings, and support filings as required. Track and monitor annual reports, governance deadlines, securities filing obligations, and other recurring compliance requirements. Leverage legal technology, document management systems, e‑signature platforms, and collaboration tools to support workflow efficiency. Coordinate effectively with attorneys, clients, outside counsel, and service providers throughout transactions and corporate maintenance activities. Manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines, maintaining confidentiality, and exercising sound independent judgment. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Paralegal certificate required, preferably from an ABA‑approved or accredited program. Equivalent combination of education and relevant corporate/securities experience may be considered. Experience: 4–7 years of corporate and securities paralegal experience, ideally within a large law firm, sophisticated boutique firm, or in‑house legal department. Significant experience supporting corporate transactions, SEC compliance, entity management, and securities filings required. Experience with EDGAR filings, blue‑sky compliance, and capitalization management platforms (e.g., CARTA) strongly preferred. Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines; ability to work independently or with minimal supervision; flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment; strong knowledge of corporate governance, transactional processes, and securities regulations; proficiency with EDGAR, Secretary of State filing systems, UCC platforms, EFD submissions; experience with capitalization management platforms; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat. Supervisory Responsibilities None. Essential Job Functions Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring prolonged and/or extensive computer use. Use computers, telecommunications, and digital collaboration tools to perform core responsibilities. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Access, use, and safeguard confidential and sensitive information. Travel for meetings and training as required. Work extended hours as required to meet project, client, or business needs. Benefits Overview 401(k) retirement plan Medical insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Virtual health services Dental insurance Vision insurance Accident insurance Hospital indemnity insurance Critical illness insurance Life insurance Short‑term disability coverage Long‑term disability coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Lyra Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid family leave (for eligible staff) Transportation benefit Backup child care services College coach program Pet insurance Paid sick time (for exempt staff) Paid time off (available to all full‑time, non‑temporary employees) Tuition assistance Employment Relationship Non‑exempt position. Estimated hourly wage range: $46.88 to $57.93, annual compensation range $97,500 to $120,500. Equal Opportunity Employer Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact. Reed Smith also provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process. Qualified candidates only. No search firms. #J-18808-Ljbffr