Legal Assistant – Business & Corporate Law
About The Position
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a respected Cleveland-based law firm to hire a seasoned Legal Assistant to support a busy and highly detail-driven Business & Corporate Law practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal support professional who has real transactional exposure—not just administrative experience—and who understands the pace, precision, and accountability required in corporate legal work. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a professional office environment, enjoys supporting high-level attorneys, and brings direct experience with closings, entity documentation, and execution workflows.
Requirements
- Prior experience supporting Business or Corporate Law attorneys
- Demonstrated hands-on exposure to transactional legal work , including closings and execution management
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal document systems
- Experience maintaining corporate records, organizing closing binders, and supporting deal processes
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills
- Authorized to work in the U.S. with no visa sponsorship now or in the future
- Ability to work fully onsite in Cleveland, OH
Nice To Haves
- Law firm experience supporting corporate transactions, M&A, or entity formation work
- Familiarity with document management platforms and corporate filing procedures
- Ability to anticipate attorney needs and operate with a high degree of independence
- Experience working in a fast-paced transactional group with overlapping deadlines
Responsibilities
- Drafting, revising, proofreading, and formatting corporate and transactional documents, correspondence, and client materials
- Managing DocuSign execution workflows , including signature tracking, distribution, and completion verification
- Preparing closing materials, including execution packets, checklists, and post-closing documentation
- Creating and maintaining organizational charts, entity records, and corporate filing materials
- Supporting corporate closings and ensuring all documents are finalized, organized, and properly stored
- Acting as a professional point of contact between attorneys, clients, vendors, and third parties
- Handling scheduling, time entry, file management, and administrative coordination within the practice group
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package
- Relocation Assistance
- Interview Expenses Covered
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
