Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our corporate team in Kansas City. This is a full-time role focused on supporting attorneys with a wide range of transactional and compliance matters for business entities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Remote working is available.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle entity formation and dissolution for corporations, LLCs, and other business entities
- Draft operating agreements, partnership agreements, and related documents for attorney review
- Maintain annual corporate reports, minutes, and other compliance filings
- Document stock transfers, assignments of LLC interests, and related ownership changes
- Obtain federal and state Tax ID numbers (EINs) and manage related filings
- Manage and update the firm’s corporate database, ensuring all records are current and accurate
- Serve as registered agent and coordinate service of process, annual reports, and franchise tax filings
Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience as a corporate paralegal (or equivalent experience in a law firm or in-house corporate setting)
- No degree required
- Strong working knowledge of corporate entity compliance, formation, and maintenance procedures
- Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with corporate database or practice management systems
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote or hybrid environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary is commensurate with experience
- The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and other standard benefits
How to Apply
- Please submit your resume and cover letter to Judy Cohee at jecohee@lewisricekc.com. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience with the responsibilities listed above. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.