Corporate Paralegal

CORPORATE + TRANSACTIONAL PARALEGAL / LEGAL ASSISTANT $80K–$115K+ | Bethesda, MD | Corporate + Real Estate + Business TransactionsThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Anne-Laure McGroryAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $80,000 - $115,000 per yearA bit about us:We are a well-established and highly respected law firm serving businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate developers, property owners, commercial landlords and tenants, and other clients throughout Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and beyond.Our practice combines sophisticated legal work with a practical, client-focused approach. While we have deep experience in commercial real estate and business transactions, we are also a full-service firm with attorneys practicing across a range of complementary areas.Our attorneys work closely with clients to understand their objectives, solve problems efficiently, and move transactions forward. We pride ourselves on providing sophisticated legal counsel without losing the personal, collaborative approach that clients value.Why join us?Why Join Us?Sophisticated Work + Real ResponsibilityYou'll support meaningful corporate, business, commercial real estate, leasing, and transactional matters—not simply administrative tasks.Direct Attorney + Client InteractionWork closely with experienced attorneys and interact with clients, government agencies, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and other transaction participants.Variety + Intellectual StimulationNo two transactions are exactly alike. You'll have exposure to business formations, corporate governance, commercial contracts, M&A, financing, leasing, real estate transactions, and more.Collaborative EnvironmentYou'll be part of a collegial team where initiative, professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional client service are valued.Technology-Minded FirmThe firm embraces technology to improve efficiency and the way transactional work gets done.Excellent LocationConvenient location with direct access to Metro.Established + GrowingJoin a respected firm with decades of experience and an established client base while playing a meaningful role in the continued growth of its transactional practice.Job DetailsThe OpportunityA well-established and highly respected Bethesda law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate/Transactional Paralegal or Legal Assistant to support its growing Corporate, Business, Commercial Real Estate, and Transactional practices.This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys substantive transactional work and wants to be closely involved in helping attorneys and clients move matters from inception through closing.The ideal candidate will have experience supporting corporate transactions, entity management, commercial real estate, business matters, or a combination of these areas.What You'll Do:Corporate + Business Matters:

• Form corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and other business entities.
• Prepare and file formation and annual documents with state agencies and regulatory authorities.
• Prepare and maintain operating agreements, bylaws, resolutions, meeting minutes, and other corporate governance documents.
• Maintain corporate records, minute books, entity databases, and compliance calendars.
• Assist attorneys with ongoing entity maintenance and corporate governance matters.

Transactional + Real Estate Support:

• Support mergers and acquisitions, financings, restructurings, commercial contracts, commercial leasing, real estate acquisitions and sales, and other business transactions.
• Prepare, review, proofread, compare, and organize transactional documents.
• Incorporate handwritten edits and prepare redlines using Microsoft Word Track Changes.
• Coordinate due diligence and assist with title and survey review.
• Maintain transaction checklists and critical deadlines.
• Prepare signature packets, closing deliverables, closing binders, and post-closing documentation.
• Help keep transactions organized and moving forward from inception through closing.

Client + Administrative Support:

• Communicate with clients, government agencies, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and other transaction participants.
• Draft routine correspondence.
• Manage calendars, deadlines, matter lists, and electronic records.
• Assist with document preparation, filings, and file organization.
• Leverage legal technology, including Microsoft Copilot and CoCounsel, to improve efficiency and productivity.

What We're Looking For:Required:

• Experience as a corporate, transactional, commercial real estate, business, or similar paralegal/legal assistant.
• Experience supporting corporate transactions, entity management, or commercial real estate matters.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Willingness to learn and utilize AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and CoCounsel.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.

Preferred:

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Law firm or professional services experience.
• Familiarity with Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. filing requirements.
• Experience with commercial leasing or real estate closings.

Why Join?

• Competitive compensation, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate
• Sophisticated corporate, business, and real estate work
• Direct exposure to attorneys and clients
• Collaborative and collegial environment
• Opportunity to take meaningful ownership of transactional matters
• Technology-forward workplace
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Convenient location with direct Metro access

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