Corporate Legal Assistant – (St. Louis, MO)

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Corporate Legal Assistant (3+ Years Experience)

Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

We are a well-established St. Louis law firm serving regional and national clients in corporate and business law matters. Our firm values professionalism, responsiveness, and a collaborative team environment. We are seeking an experienced Corporate Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in a fast-paced corporate practice.

Position Summary

The Corporate Legal Assistant will provide high-level administrative and substantive support to attorneys handling corporate transactions, entity formation and governance, mergers and acquisitions, and general business matters. The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience in a corporate legal environment, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and format corporate legal documents, including formation documents, operating agreements, bylaws, shareholder agreements, board consents, and transactional documents

• Assist with entity formation and qualification filings with the Missouri Secretary of State and other state agencies

• Maintain corporate records, minute books, and compliance calendars

• File UCC financing statements and related documentation

• Assist with due diligence and closing binders for mergers, acquisitions, and financing transactions

• Draft correspondence and communicate with clients, government agencies, and third parties

• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate conference calls

• Enter attorney time, process billing, and assist with expense reporting

• Maintain and organize electronic and physical files in accordance with firm procedures

• Conduct basic legal and corporate research as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant in a corporate or business law practice

• Strong knowledge of corporate governance documents and business entity structures

• Experience with state and federal filing systems

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Experience with legal document management and billing software preferred

• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple attorneys

• Familiarity with transactional closings and post-closing processes

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan options

• Paid time off and firm holidays

• Professional development opportunities

***Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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