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Paralegal - Corporate

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$69K - $92K/yr

We are seeking an entry-level Corporate Paralegal to join our collaborative corporate team and ... Working under attorney direction and with minimal supervision, this role requires strong written ...

eFiling Clerk

Raleigh, NC · Hybrid

$30.99 - $48.35/hr

Coordinate with attorneys and paralegals to gather necessary documents for filings. * Ensure all ... Train and supervise entry-level filing clerks. Desired Skills In-depth knowledge of court filing ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Attorneys vs Paralegals?

AspectEntry Level AttorneysParalegals
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), passing the bar examAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, legal departments, courts
Job ResponsibilitiesLegal research, drafting documents, client consultations, court appearancesLegal research, document preparation, case organization

Entry Level Attorneys typically hold a JD and are licensed to practice law, handling legal cases and representing clients. Paralegals assist attorneys with research and document preparation but are not licensed to practice law. While both roles work in legal environments, attorneys have more responsibilities and legal authority, making their roles distinct despite some overlapping tasks.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Attorneys job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 75% Physical, 13% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution.

Paralegal - Corporate

Smith Anderson

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$69K - $92K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

 

JOB TITLE: Paralegal - Corporate

STATUS: Non-Exempt

TYPE: Full Time


Smith Anderson is a well-established, dynamic mid-size law firm known for providing sophisticated legal services to clients across a wide range of industries. We are seeking an entry-level Corporate Paralegal to join our collaborative corporate team and support meaningful, high-quality transactional work in a professional environment that values initiative, precision, teamwork, and continued professional growth.


The Corporate Paralegal will provide high-level support to attorneys in connection with corporate and finance transactions. Working under attorney direction and with minimal supervision, this role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who is comfortable using technology, takes ownership of work product, and enjoys contributing to a collaborative, professional team.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Support attorneys with all aspects of corporate and finance transactions, including diligence, factual research, document preparation, and closing coordination.
  • Maintain transaction and status checklists for a growing Corporate/Finance practice, including matters involving bank clients.
  • Conduct Secretary of State searches, coordinate lien searches with vendors, and gather relevant business entity and transaction information.
  • Prepare and coordinate the filing of UCC financing statements, amendments, and terminations with Secretaries of State. 
  • Prepare standard transaction documents using established forms and templates.
  • Assemble, review, and organize closing documents, signature packets, and closing binders for completeness and accuracy.
  • Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, vendors, and internal team members through oral and written communications.


Qualifications:

  • While not required, 1-3 years of experience in the legal field, primarily as a Corporate Paralegal
  • Proficient in Word, PDF, Excel, and DocuSign
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Proactive and able to take ownership of work product.

 

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
  • North Carolina State Bar Qualified Paralegal Certificate Program preferred.


Smith Anderson is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse work force. It is the policy of this Firm to recruit, hire, train, develop, promote, and compensate employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or covered veteran status.