About Us

Blank Rome is an Am Law 100 firm with 16 offices and 800 attorneys who provide comprehensive legal and advocacy services to clients operating in the United States and around the world. Our professionals have built a reputation for their leading knowledge and experience across a spectrum of industries and are recognized for their commitment to pro bono work in their communities. Since our inception in 1946, Blank Rome’s culture has been dedicated to providing top-level service to all of our clients and has been rooted in the strength of our diversity and inclusion initiatives. Our commitment to our core values and dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, allows the firm to attract and retain the brightest in the industry.

Job Overview

Blank Rome is seeking an independent, personable and detailed Paralegal proficient in the practice of corporate, mergers and acquisitions and securities matters. In this role, the Paralegal would support attorneys in the firm’s nationally recognized Corporate, M&A, and Securities law practice.

This role has a hybrid working arrangement. Potential candidates must live within commuting distance of the Philadelphia office to be onsite 3 days per week. In this role, you will report to the Director of Paralegal Services.

Essential Functions

• Provide support to the Group’s 40 Act Practice.
• Assist attorneys in drafting corporate maintenance documents for formation of new entities, including bylaws, operating agreements, basic shareholder agreement and similar documents, evidencing board and stockholder actions, maintenance of minute books, corporate records and stock ledgers, "blue sky" and other state and federal filings.
• Prepare documentation for entity amendments, qualifications, withdrawals, mergers and dissolutions of corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies.
• Assist attorneys in transactional responsibilities including due diligence production, organization and/or review, drafting of miscellaneous transaction and closing documents, and assistance with closings.
• Research SEC filings.
• Prepare closing documents, including execution copies and closing binders.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
• Work additional hours as needed to fulfill job requirements.

The above essential functions represent the general nature and level of responsibilities for this position and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. The firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion.

Skills/Qualifications

• 3+ years of paralegal experience, specifically with corporate, mergers and acquisitions, or securities law.
• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience in a legal environment or professional services required.
• Strong knowledge of New York and Delaware corporate law, federal and state securities laws, and private company M&A.
• Experience with public offerings, public company reporting/compliance and 40 Act work is preferred.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to develop positive working relationships (in-person and virtually).
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with effective organizational skills.
• Proven problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Unquestioned integrity and professionalism.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications.

EEO Statement

Blank Rome is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, or any other status protected by law.

Our core values of respect for the individual, the community, and the law are clearly demonstrated in our ability to recruit and develop a diverse group of exceptionally talented attorneys and professional staff who enable us to best serve our clients and our communities.