Mid-Level Capital Markets & Public Companies Paralegal
Fenwick & West LLPRole Overview
Fenwick & West LLP is hiring a mid-level Mid-Level Capital Markets & Public Companies Paralegal. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Washington. The posted range is $85k to $134k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Description Summary:
We are currently seeking a Mid-Level Corporate Paralegal with specialized experience in Capital Markets & Public Companies to join our team. This position can be based in any of our U.S. offices.
Embracing the Future of Work, we believe the best work happens when smart people have the best tools - and we're intentional about building that environment. We encourage everyone on our team to explore AI and emerging technologies with curiosity, share what they learn, and bring a continuous improvement mindset to how they work. If you're someone who leans into change rather than away from it, you'll fit right in here.
This position offers a hybrid schedule and requires three days onsite per week at your designated office with the possibility of additional required in-office days depending on business and client needs. The work schedule for this position will be 37.5 hours per week (non-exempt), Monday - Friday, from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm.
Job Description
Key responsibilities include handling matters related to Capital Markets and Public Companies. The ideal candidate will have experience with IPOs and public company operations, including preparing registration statement numerical backup spreadsheets, managing beneficial ownership tables, overseeing compliance with the '34 Act, Section 16 reporting, and handling Rule 144 and legend removal letters. Additional duties involve onboarding transfer agents, preparing stock exchange applications, submitting FINRA filings, managing selling stockholder matters, and coordinating closing documents, closing volumes, and board resolutions and minutes.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Exemplary communication, research and organizational skills.
- The ability to multi-task in a highly demanding, deadline driven environment.
- Comfort working alongside AI tools and a curiosity to continuously learn and adopt new ways of working as technology evolves.
- Experience working in a large corporate setting or law firm preferred.
- Substantial experience with Excel spreadsheets.
- A four-year degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
- 3+ years of corporate and transactional experience.
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Benefits and Compensation Details:
At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.
The anticipated range for this position is:
$85,000 - $133,750
Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Mid-Level Capital Markets & Public Companies Paralegal position at Fenwick & West LLP?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Fenwick & West LLP. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Mid-Level Capital Markets & Public Companies Paralegal role at Fenwick & West LLP remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Washington. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
How much does the Mid-Level Capital Markets & Public Companies Paralegal role at Fenwick & West LLP pay?
Fenwick & West LLP has posted a compensation range of $85k to $134k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Mid-Level Capital Markets & Public Companies Paralegal role at Fenwick & West LLP posted?
This role was posted on April 12, 2026 (66 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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