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    Corporate Paralegal – Godfrey & Kahn
    The Corporate Paralegal assists Shareholders and Associates with a full range of corporate matters. They collect, analyze, and maintain information and documents following correct legal practice and Firm/Corporate Team standards and procedures.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Assist with corporate transactional work, including, but not limited to: closings of acquisition, financing and reorganization transactions
    • Organize business entities and manage various state compliance matters (e.g., foreign qualifications, obtaining necessary federal and state accounts and registrations)
    • Update and maintain corporate records books, including, but not limited to: meetings of the governing body and equity holders, stock records, and federal and state filings
    • Assist with drafting of corporate resolution documents, organizational documents, closing certificates, and similar documents
    • Assist with paperwork needed by the UCC, IRS, SEC and other regulatory bodies
    • Perform legal research
    • Meet annual billable hour requirement of 1,400 hours
    • Willingness to cross-train and assist with real estate, bankruptcy/restructuring and other firm practice groups as needed
    • Willingness to assist with non-billable matters as requested

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
    • Minimum of three years of prior corporate paralegal experience
    • Two year degree and a Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited program required
    • Exceptional knowledge of MS Office Suite and Excel
    • Proficiency in database use and management, as well as internet/electronic research
    • Ability to communicate effectively and provide exceptional service to all internal and external clients
    • Ability to work collaboratively within a team
    • Excellent time-management and project management skills
    • Highly organized and able to prioritize appropriately in a fast-paced environment

    Apply at www.gklaw.com/Careers.htm. ​
    Location = Madison and Milwaukee
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