Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Paralegal to support a broad range of legal matters in Providence, Rhode Island. This role is well suited for an organized individual with experience handling corporate, commercial, and real estate documentation in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will contribute to transaction support, legal record management, and coordination of critical filings while working closely with attorneys and business stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
• Draft, review, and organize legal documents related to corporate matters, commercial agreements, and real estate transactions.
• Support attorneys with due diligence, closing preparation, and document management for mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions.
• Prepare and maintain corporate records, entity formation documents, governance materials, and filing calendars.
• Assist with commercial real estate matters, including purchase documentation, leasing files, and closing checklists.
• Coordinate filings, signatures, and document execution while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely follow-through.
• Track deadlines, manage legal documentation workflows, and maintain organized records for ongoing matters.
• Communicate with internal teams, outside counsel, and third parties to gather information and move legal projects forward.
• Provide general paralegal support across corporate, estate planning, and related legal practice areas as needed.• At least 2 years of paralegal experience supporting corporate, commercial, or real estate legal work.
• Working knowledge of corporate governance, entity maintenance, and transactional documentation.
• Experience assisting with commercial real estate matters, including leasing or purchase-related documents.
• Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions support, including due diligence and closing coordination.
• Strong document drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills with careful attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality in a focused work setting.
• Proficiency in standard office and legal document management tools.
• Paralegal certificate or comparable legal support experience is preferred.