Paralegal (Corporate)

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati•San Diego, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson Sonsini is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join their San Diego office. This role involves working closely with attorneys on private and public companies, managing clients, and maintaining relationships. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and capable of handling responsibilities related to formations, compliance, corporate governance, and financings. The position offers a hybrid and fully remote work schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate at accredited college or university
4+ years of corporate paralegal experience at law firm
Strong working knowledge of corporate tasks for private companies
Understanding of corporate governance matters and transactional work
Experience with securities and corporate laws
Experience in capitalization management platforms such as Carta, Pulley and Shareworks
Proficient with Excel spreadsheets
Detail-oriented and organized, with excellent analytical skills
Excellent communication and prioritization skills to manage projects simultaneously under deadline pressure

Responsibilities

Prepare and file formation documents, including certificates, amendments, qualifications, and dissolutions
Draft board minutes, board and stockholder consents, notices, and waivers
Support attorneys with corporate transactions, including due diligence, filings, and closing processes
Process stock and option administration, including drafting agreements, preparing reports, and issuing stock notices
Manage capitalization processes and records in equity management platforms, including Rule 701 analysis
Conduct research to prepare and manage corporate and securities filings
Prepare and assist with EDGAR code applications and accounts
Communicate with clients, holders, directors, investors, and auditors
Provide support for franchise taxes, annual reports, and reminders to clients
Maintain client and entity files, minute books, and corporate records