Corporate Paralegal

Overview

The Atlanta Office of a national AmLaw 100 law firm is seeking qualified applicants for a Corporate Paralegal position.

A Day in the Life

We are seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support a busy mergers and acquisitions team in the Atlanta office of Nelson Mullins. Responsibilities include managing client workflows, supporting M&A transactions, preparing transaction documents and slide decks, filing with Secretaries of State, assisting with legal diligence, researching corporate records across jurisdictions, conducting legal research, and reviewing lien, litigation, and diligence materials. As you grow in the role, you will have opportunities to take on more client-facing responsibilities and support increasingly complex, time-sensitive projects.

We Know You

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable following instructions, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. The role requires solid analytical skills and the ability to interpret transactional and corporate documents. This position supports a highly collaborative, fast-paced team and calls for clear communication, accountability, and a proactive mindset. Candidates must be able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, deliver excellent client service, and work overtime as needed. A four-year degree and an ABA-approved paralegal certificate are preferred, though relevant experience may substitute. This role offers a strong opportunity for a motivated candidate to build a long-term career within the practice.

Who We Are

With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals, and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.