Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Vorys offers a hybrid work environment in our Columbus office, competitive pay, professional development opportunities and core benefits that are effective on Day One! Start your career off with us!

Position Summary:

The Corporate Assistant will assist with the preparation and filing of business forms and documents. This position will assist with the needs and priorities of the Corporate practice group as well as other groups, including Commercial/Real Estate.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and file forms, stock certificates, incorporation documents, corporate resolutions and dissolution documents in all states.
• Request and obtain Certificates of Good Standing and certified copies from various Secretary of State offices. Request and obtain Tax Clearance Certificates from various state tax departments.
• Obtain EINs with the IRS.
• Prepare correspondence to clients, government agencies and internal/external attorneys.
• Maintaining relationships with third party service providers.
• Assemble entity minute books.
• Assist with document legalization.
• File UCC and business forms with various Secretary of State and county offices.
• Perform tasks or projects requested by corporate group leadership or as assigned by the Director of Paralegals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of business filing requirements
• Intermediate proficiency of MS Word, MS Excel, Lexis and internet research
• Extraordinary attention to detail and deadlines
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Ability to complete filings and forms on time
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to change

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some applicable college or paralegal coursework preferred
• 3 - 5 years of experience in similar field.
• Legal training in corporate business law

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Vorys does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Vorys only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Vorys is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in our employment application process unless doing so would constitute an undue hardship. If you need assistance or an accommodation in our employment application process due to a disability; due to a limitation related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, please contact Julie McDonald. Our policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process.

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