Corporate Governance Paralegal

Corporate Governance Paralegal

$48 - $55 / Hour

Location: Chicago, Illinois

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Legal & Compliance

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a highly regarded law firm to hire a Corporate Governance Paralegal with experience supporting attorneys in corporate law and entity management. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a collaborative legal environment and is looking to grow within a firm that handles complex corporate matters.

The role offers a hybrid schedule, combining remote flexibility with in-office engagement. The selected candidate will support attorneys in managing corporate records, ensuring compliance, and assisting with transactional documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain corporate records including bylaws, resolutions, minutes, and organizational documents
• Assist with entity formation, registration, and dissolution across multiple jurisdictions
• Coordinate annual reports, compliance filings, and corporate maintenance tasks
• Support attorneys with due diligence, closings, and corporate transactions
• Manage databases and tracking systems for corporate entities and governance materials
• Communicate with clients, government agencies, and internal teams to ensure timely filings and updates
• Conduct legal research related to corporate governance and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a corporate paralegal in a law firm setting
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, entity management, and compliance procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal entity management platforms
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting attorneys in transactional or regulatory matters preferred

Pay Details: $48.00 to $55.00 per hour

Search managed by: R. Caleb Doyle

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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