Paralegal

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

We are looking to add a (Remote) Paralegal to our team!  

LOCATION (Remote): Must reside in (U.S.)  

REPORTS TO: Associate General Counsel 

PAY: $68K-$73K 

CORE RESPONSIBILITES:  
Transaction Support: 

• Assist with all stages of M&A transactions, from initial planning through post-closing integration. 

• Prepare, review, and manage documentation, including non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, purchase agreements, and corporate resolutions. 

• Organize transaction schedules, closing checklists, and timelines. 

Corporate Entity Management: 

• Support the formation, maintenance, and dissolution of corporate entities as part of M&A transactions. 

• Draft and file corporate governance documents, including certificates of incorporation, bylaws, and operating agreements. 

Regulatory Compliance & Filings: 

• Prepare and file various federal and state forms, including applications for licenses to operate specific business/corporate entities 

• Prepare regulatory documents, such as state filings, UCC filings, and notifications to governmental agencies. 

• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements during the M&A process. 

Coordination & Communication: 

• Serve as a key point of contact between internal teams, external counsel, and third-party stakeholders involved in transactions. 

• Facilitate clear and efficient communication throughout the M&A lifecycle. 

Administrative & Legal Support: 

• Manage transaction files, track key deadlines, and ensure proper documentation. 

• Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports for leadership. 

• Manage the Legal Inbox. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS:  

Education & Experience:  

• 3+ years of experience as a corporate/M&A paralegal, preferably in a corporate or law firm environment 

• Paralegal certification preferred. 

• Experience in the pet care, healthcare, or service industries is a plus. 

Skills:  

• Strong knowledge/expertise in incorporation and/or formation of corporations, partnerships and limited liability companies, foreign qualification application filing and applicable resolutions, corporate governance and supporting mergers & acquisition transactions. 

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, legal research tools, and transaction management platforms; experience with virtual data rooms is a plus. 

Other:  

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time 

PERKS: 

• Health, vision, dental, long & short-term disability, and Life insurance  

• A Startup mentality company with stable funding 

• 401k match  

• Pet Care discounts  

• Generous PTO  

• Opportunity to grow your career with a network of like-minded professionals 

Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.
 
At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?