Corporate Paralegal

San Francisco, California

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San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) Corporate Paralegal - Emerging Companies / Venture Capital


We're working with a highly respected law firm client that is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) group. This 3/2 hybrid role offers the opportunity to support attorneys representing startups, VC/PE investors, and high-growth companies across a wide range of corporate transactions.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage company formations, maintain cap tables, stock ledgers, and corporate records
  • Support equity financings (including SAFEs), M&A transactions, and strategic deals
  • Draft closing checklists, ancillary documents, resolutions, and signature packets
  • Handle due diligence processes and maintain electronic document repositories
  • Coordinate UCC filings, lien searches, charter documents, and closing logistics
  • Use tools like Carta, DocuSign, and virtual data rooms for transaction support
  • Compile and distribute post-closing document sets

What You Bring:

  • 7+ years of experience as a corporate paralegal in emerging companies, VC/PE, and M&A
  • Bachelor's degree and paralegal certification (or equivalent under CA law)
  • Advanced proficiency in Carta and cap table management
  • Strong knowledge of Delaware corporate law and securities filings
  • Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Dropbox, and DocuSign

Additional Perks:

  • Full suite of medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
  • Bonus eligibility, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, and sabbatical program

Salary: $120,000 - $170,000/year DOE


If you're a high-performing corporate paralegal looking for your next opportunity in startup and VC law, let's connect. This is a great chance to work with a top-tier legal team doing meaningful, complex work.

Date Posted: 11 May 2025
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