Kegler Brown
is not a typical law firm and working here does not bring a typical experience.
We've become a destination for forward-thinking attorneys and professionals
looking to work with some of the world's most innovative companies in a way
that brings out the best in their practices. Throughout the years, we've built
a team of creative professionals who contribute to an uncommon culture that
encourages our attorneys to build individual practices on their own terms in an
open, friendly atmosphere.
Founded in
1964, Kegler Brown has served as counsel to some of the world’s best-known and
best-loved brands from its Ohio offices. We provide a comprehensive range of
legal services with more than 80 lawyers firm-wide comprising more than 100
specific areas of practice focus. We are headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with offices in Cleveland and Marion.
Our Non-Discrimination Policy: We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, ancestry, citizenship, non-disqualifying disability, or other legally protected status.
Paralegal – Corporate
Columbus
Immediate
opening for an experienced Corporate Paralegal with strong interpersonal,
verbal and written communication skills. This position assists attorneys in all
stages of corporate transactions and with the preparation of documents
necessary to comply with federal, state, and local regulations in the conduct
of business activities.
Responsibilities
Corporation (Ohio and Delaware)
formation
including preparation of Secretary of State filing(s); initial proceedings;
share records; SS-4 Application; S Election
trade
name filings
maintain
minute book
dissolution
including preparation of authorizing Actions; governmental notification
letters; Ohio Department of Taxation D5 Form; IRS 966 Form; Certificate of
Dissolution
Limited Liability Company (Ohio and Delaware)
formation including preparation of Secretary
of State filing(s); single member operating agreements; SS-4 Application
trade name filings
maintain minute book
dissolution including preparation of
authorizing Actions and Certificate of Dissolution
Qualifications
prepare and file qualification documentation
(U.S. only)
maintain annual report filings
Secretaries of State
coordinate Apostille requests (Ohio)
research and review Secretary of State
records as requested by attorneys
obtain information and documentation from
Secretaries of State
Audit Opinions
review audit request letters
coordinate due diligence with attorney
billers
draft audit opinion letter for attorney
review
coordinate deliver of opinion letter to the
auditor and to the client
CT Corporation
coordinate foreign filings
maintain invoicing for annual representation,
filings, and copy requests
Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written skills
Outstanding attention to detail and follow-through
Ability to apply methods of critical thinking and
deductive logic
Strong organizational skills with an ability to
establish priorities and work concurrently on a variety of projects
Proficient in MS Office, including Word and Excel
required.
The Real
Estate + Finance Paralegal is a self-starter, transactional paralegal whose
primary responsibility is to support attorneys on real estate transactions and
related work.
Responsibilities
Work directly with attorneys and
firm clients regarding real estate needs, such as, transferring real
estate titles, lot splits, land combinations, and acquisition/sale of
properties
Research county online real
estate records to obtain and verify legal descriptions for the filing of
Affidavits for Mechanic’s Liens for the Construction Area attorneys
Coordinate lien and court
searches for firm attorneys in M+A, Business, and Real Estate Areas.
UCC searches are included in this process.
Review and analysis of title
commitments and surveys in connection with the purchase and sale of real
estate and financing transactions; and preparation of title and survey
objection letters regarding same
Review trusts and research county
online real estate records to obtain property data and title documents for
the preparation and recordation of title transfers for Estate
Planning/Probate Area attorneys
Procurement
of PZR (Zoning) Reports and zoning Letters from city and other governmental
authorities
Research
county online records, preparation of documents and county required forms
Recordation
of documents via mail and electronic in all jurisdictions in and outside of
Ohio for various firm attorneys
Coordinate
local counsel outside of Ohio for real estate/estate planning/probate work
Preparation of UCC documentation
Work with lender and titles
companies with respect to various real estate transactions
Research
county online records for current site data, source deeds of title, lien
searches and run chains of title for various real property matters
Record all documentation on cell tower sites
situated in and outside of Ohio via mail or electronically
Calculation of CAUV Agricultural Tax
Recoupments for clients when selling real estate
Work with
surveyors to be sure survey requirements are met in connection with acquisition
and loan transaction
Qualifications
Knowledge of real estate law and concepts
Familiarity with title commitments, survey, loan
transactions, property acquisitions
Familiarity with on-line real estate resources and
experience with real estate related research
