Overview
Legal Support Advocate Jobs in Roanoke, VA at TAP (Total Action for Progress)
Mission
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Corporate Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will support the firm’s attorneys and clients by handling key paralegal functions related to corporate governance, entity formation, compliance, transactions, and contract management. This role is essential for providing administrative support to facilitate the smooth functioning of corporate legal matters. Initially a remote role, but can require working from a NYC office when one is established.
Duties
1. Entity Management & Governance:
Prepare and file formation and qualification documents in a timely manner across U.S. and foreign jurisdictions.
Maintain corporate records (minute books, stock ledgers, etc.) for entities with minimal oversight.
2. Deal Support:
Provide reliable and proactive support during financings, mergers, and acquisitions.
Accurately prepare signature packets, consents, closing checklists, and other deal documentation.
3. Document Management:
Organize and maintain accurate digital records across platforms (e.g., Dropbox, SharePoint, Carta, NetDocuments, etc.).
Prepare and proofread NDAs, board resolutions, service agreements, and other recurring documents.
Assist attorneys in the preparation and review of contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Compliance:
Track and calendar filing deadlines, including annual reports and foreign qualifications.
File reports and maintain compliance status for firm and all client entities.
5. Internal Efficiency:
Contribute to creation and improvement of templates, checklists, and internal processes for client matters.
Collaborate effectively with attorneys and clients to anticipate needs and prevent issues.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with legal standards.
Competencies:
A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a corporate setting or related field is preferred.
Proficiency in contract management.
Exceptionally organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines without compromising attention to detail.
Excellent clerical skills including document preparation and filing systems management.
Effective communicator, both written and verbal to effectively interact with clients and team members.
Familiarity with legal research tools and databases is a plus.
Proactive, responsive, and resourceful.
Discreet and professional with sensitive information.
Cultural Fit:
Entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable in a small, dynamic firm.
Reliable and self-directed.
Enjoys being part of a lean, high-performance team.
Work Environment:
Remote to start. May transition to hybrid or in-person in New York City.
Standard business hours required, with occasional off-hours availability to support critical transactions.
Reporting:
Reports to Managing Attorney (with functional oversight and task assignments from multiple attorneys, depending on workflow and client matters)
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Bonus potential available for exceptional performance and collaboration. We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about the legal field to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $84,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work from home
Education:
Associate (Required)
Experience:
corporate paralegal: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Paralegal Certificate (Required)
Ability to Commute:
New York, NY 10017 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017
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Title: Legal Support Advocate
Company: TAP (Total Action for Progress)
Location: Roanoke, VA
