Senior Fund Formation Paralegal
Cooley
Chicago, IL · Posted October 16, 2026
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About the job
Chicago, IL or San Francisco, CA
Summary
A premier, global law firm is seeking a Senior Fund Formation Paralegal. Fund Formation paralegals provide paralegal support to the firm’s attorneys and senior paralegals and perform administrative duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
All facets of emerging company and venture fund work, including
Preparation and maintenance of organizational documents
Preparation of partnership and limited liability company agreements
Preparation of side letters, transfer agreements, admission agreements and other amendments
Conducting investor suitability due diligence
Research of Federal and State securities regulations in connection with fund formations
Preparation and filing of requisite notices
Conduct due diligence review of documents and assist with the preparation of opinions and backup in connection with fund formation
Handle SEC compliance reporting on behalf of venture fund clients with respect to their public company stock portfolios
Turn in time sheets, e-timelogs and fulfill other administrative duties in a timely fashion
All other duties as assigned or required
Qualifications
Required
Available to work overtime, as required
After orientation at the firm, exhibit proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, iManage and other firm applications
Bachelor’s Degree
Bill a minimum of 1600 hours annually
Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in Fund Formation
Preferred
Paralegal Certificate
Competencies
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment for multiple supervisors, meet deadlines and maintain flexibility with work assignments (including changes in attorney/paralegal assignments) and work schedules
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments as well as delegate tasks to service departments when necessary
Excellent written, communication and proofreading skills with attention to detail
Ability to work well with others, including clients
Ability to work well under pressure
Must demonstrate initiative, diplomacy, and tact
Reliable, committed, and punctual
Compensation: $114,400.00-$176,800.00, plus overtime and bonus