Corporate Transactions Paralegal (Health Care Focus) JP Firm Saint Petersburg, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Microsoft Outlook Serving clients Presentation software Mergers and acquisitions transaction management Collaborating with government agencies Schedule management

Full Job Description Description:

Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking a full-time, experienced Corporate Transactions Paralegal to join our Corporate and Health Care practice groups supporting them on a range of corporate and health care-related transactional matters. This role is ideal for a paralegal with at least five (5) years of experience with a strong background in corporate governance, transactional support, and health care regulatory compliance, with proven experience managing complex projects and deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. The firm has a strong preference for candidates with recent law firm experience. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting moderate to complex transactions, including due diligence and closing activities.

Requirements:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Support corporate transactional matters, including mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and financings Assist with Florida entity formation and maintenance , including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, as well as foreign qualifications as needed Draft, prepare, and organize core corporate documents, including organizational documents, resolutions, consents, minutes, and governance materials Maintain corporate records, minute books, stock or ownership ledgers, and compliance filings; track annual reports and state filing requirements Support M&A due diligence , including organizing data rooms, reviewing and summarizing documents, coordinating lien searches, and assisting with preparation of disclosure schedules Assist with transaction closings by coordinating signatures, obtaining certified documents, performing UCC searches and filings, and preparing closing deliverables; manage post-closing follow-up Coordinate filings and communications with state agencies, governmental bodies, and third parties Organize client materials and attorney work product related to transactional and regulatory matters Track tasks and deadlines to ensure timely completion of attorney and client requests Qualifications Prior experience as a paralegal supporting corporate transactional work, preferably in a law firm setting Demonstrated experience with Florida corporate governance and entity formation Working knowledge of M&A transactions , including due diligence and closing support Strong organizational, project management, and document management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Health care transactional or regulatory experience is a plus, but not required

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent communication skills - written and oral Strong organizational and time management skills Detail oriented Client service oriented Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and litigation support applications as well as document management systems with aptitude to learn other systems/programs Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and timely seek assistance when needed Ability to work independently and as a team

Educational/Job Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree preferred Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) designation preferred Minimum of five (5) years of relevant paralegal experience supporting corporate transactions in a law firm or professional services setting Strong corporate transactional experience in a law firm setting preferred Health care-related legal experience strongly desired Strong understanding of corporate transactions, entity management, and interaction with state and government agencies Availability to work overtime as business needs require

Office Location:

Tampa Bay Area, FL; St. Petersburg Office preferred

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, including applicable laws in Florida. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) .