Paralegal

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in NC and D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC), a licensed CPA firm.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive and resourceful Paralegal to support our corporate legal operations. This role will be instrumental in supporting Elliott Davis’ Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel by: managing insurance claims and subpoenas; analyzing vendor contracts; overseeing and maintaining corporate documents;  performing legal and other types of research; and providing legal support for corporate acquisitions and integrations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, a solid understanding of corporate governance and compliance, and enjoy research, working independently and with details.

Responsibilities

Supporting Elliott Davis’ Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel by performing the following:

Insurance Claims Management

• Coordinate and track insurance claims across various lines of coverage.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders, insurers, and outside counsel.

• Maintain documentation and ensure timely reporting and resolution.

Subpoenas

• Review and respond to subpoenas and other legal requests.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.

• Coordinate with internal departments to gather responsive documents.

• Ensure compliance with legal deadlines and confidentiality requirements.

Contract Review & Vendor Agreements

• Review and summarize vendor contracts for legal and business risks.

• Assist in contract negotiations and revisions under attorney supervision.

Corporate Document Management

• Organize and maintain corporate records, including entity filings, board minutes, and resolutions.

• Support compliance with corporate governance requirements.

• Assist with annual reports and other regulatory filings.

Legal Support for M&A and Integrations

• Assist with due diligence, document collection, and data room management.

• Support integration activities post-acquisition, including contract novations and entity updates.

• Coordinate with internal teams and external counsel on transactional matters.

• Legal and non-legal electronic research

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• Minimum of  5-7 years of experience in a corporate legal or law firm setting with focus on corporate law

• Familiarity with insurance claims, contracts, and corporate governance

• Financial services background or experience a plus

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong research and writing abilities and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems

• Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) support

• Knowledge of legal compliance and regulatory frameworks

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

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We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater.
That's right – all aspects of life, not just your life as an employee, because we understand that there's life beyond your job. Here are some of the ways our work works for your life, your growth, and your well-being: 
•    generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
•    flexible work schedules
•    16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid  and caregiver leave (once eligible) 
•    first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
•    one-on-one professional coaching
•    Leadership and career development programs
•    access to Beyond:  a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS
Notice to Recruiters and Agencies regarding unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions without prior express written approval. Resumes submitted or candidates referred to any employee of Elliott Davis by any external recruiter or recruitment agency by any means (including but not limited to via Internet, e-mail, fax, U.S. mail, and/or verbal communications) without a properly executed written contract for a specified position by an authorized member of the Talent Acquisition team become the property of Elliott Davis. Elliott Davis will not be responsible for, or owe any fees associated with, referrals of those candidates and/or for submission of any information, including resumes, associated with individuals.
 

ADA REQUIREMENTS
The physical and cognitive/mental requirements and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
•    Regularly required to remain in a stationary position; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone
•    Required to have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Cognitive/Mental Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
•    Use written and oral communication skills. 
•    Read and interpret data, information, and documents. 
•    Observe and interpret situations. 
•    Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and
•    Interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work.