Paralegal (Corporate & Securities – Technology)

Palo Alto, California Job Description Pillsbury is seeking a Corporate/Securities Paralegal with 3 to 6 years of experience to join its Silicon Valley office. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting attorneys with corporate transactions including IPO’s, mergers and acquisitions, re-incorporations, stock option plans and venture capital financings. This role services a broad array of clients including technology startups, emerging growth companies as well as public firms and will provide a varied work experience, with a focus on incorporating high tech companies, support due diligence efforts, perform corporate records management, administration, and implementation of stock option plans, handle venture capital financings, and conduct blue sky research. The exemplary applicant must demonstrate a high-level of integrity, the ability to think critically, possess highly effective project and time management skills with a solid attention to detail, as well as have superior communication skills and exceptional organizational ability. Must have a BA/BS degree or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of directly related work experience. Candidates should have experience supporting IPOs from start to finish, be experienced and diligent in maintaining all corporate governance documents including minute books and closing binders for complex transactions. Experience with stock options, stock splits and cap table management software (e.g., eProsper, Carta, etc.) is essential. Excellent computer skills required, including Docu Sign, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Flexibility to work overtime as requested.