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Working at Carney Badley Spellman
Carney Badley Spellman is a leading law firm in Seattle Washington, listed in the Top 100 Best Places to Work in Washington state. We continuously search for highly skilled attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative staff to provide the highest level of service to our clients, are effective contributors and mentors to others within our firm and to our local communities.
We value and foster an environment that encompasses a culture of diversity, collegiality, respect, and professional growth. Our employees come from diverse backgrounds and educations. We understand our employees are our greatest assets and essential to achieving the goals of our firm.
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Medical
We pay 100% of the premium for our employees and 50% for dependents. Our employees have two health plans to choose from, each associated with a Health Care Savings Account. Preventative care is paid at 100%.
Paid Family Leave
Paid Family Leave is a benefit that allows our employees to receive compensation when taking care of themselves or a family member for a serious illness, welcomed newborn, adoption, and much more.
Dental
We pay 100% of the premium for our employees and 50% for dependents. Preventative care is paid at 100% and does not apply toward maximum benefits.
Life/Disability
We pay 100% of the premium for our employees. The package also includes Travel Assistance Resources and an Employee Assistance Program.
Continuing Education
Carney is dedicated to providing a learning environment for its employees. We offer continual in-house, online and outside trainings (technical and professional education) so each may advance their growth and career.
Employee Assistance Program
We offer a confidential program with resources to assist employees addressing a wide range of work and personal matters important to them. Finding solutions promote the health, safety and well-being of our employees.
Retirement
Carney understands financial security in retirement years is important and it takes planning and commitment to build your nest egg. Our retirement savings plan is an essential part. Carney offers a profit sharing plan contributing to your future. In addition, there is a 401k that allows you to contribute the maximum amount allowed. Together you can grow your future savings.
Transportation
Carney offers a monthly subsidy to all employees to be used for their choice of transportation – metro system, ferry, train, taxi, Uber, auto parking, bike parking, etc.
Referral Programs
Our employees are the face of Carney and often know through their networking who would be great quality additions to the Carney family. We offer a bonus program to encourage our employees to refer these candidates.
Please send your cover letter and resume to Karen Turner, Director of Human Resources, turner@carneylaw.com.
Carney Badley Spellman seeks a construction associate attorney with 2-3 years of experience with an emphasis on construction disputes involving lien and bond claims, as well as claims associated with schedule delay and scope changes. Experience should include legal research, writing, and analysis; motion practice; drafting written discovery and general experience with the e-discovery process; and review and analysis of construction contracts. Additional experience preferred by not required includes taking and defending depositions, as well as arbitration and/or trial. Other credentials include top academic record, demonstration of quality communication skills, ability to work on a team while being self-motivated, and a passion for excellent client service. Salary range $135,000-$145,000.
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Please send cover letter and resume to dillard@carneylaw.com
Job Title: Corporate Paralegal
Location: Flexible on fully remote or hybrid. Our office is in downtown Seattle, Washington
Job Type: Full-time
About Us:
Carney Badley Spellman, PS is a dynamic, full-service law firm with leading practice groups focusing on Startups Companies and Mergers & Acquisitions. Our firm is committed to providing innovative legal solutions that drive the success of our clients in the fast-paced world of business and technology. We advise clients in a wide range of industries, with a particular focus on technology and life sciences businesses at the startup and growth stages, as well as venture capital firms and angel investors. We also represent mature, privately held companies in mergers and acquisitions with private equity firms and strategic buyers.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to join our team and support our growing Startup and M&A practice groups. The ideal candidate will have experience as a corporate paralegal at a law firm, as well as a keen interest in working closely with entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate clients. This position plays a key role working as a team with our attorneys and directly with clients.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Assist in the preparation and filing of corporate governance documents, such as formation documents, board and stockholder resolutions, annual reports.
- Handle basic stock and option plan administration, including drafting agreements, preparing reports, and maintaining capitalization records in equity management platforms (g., Carta)
- Assist with venture capital financing, debt financing, mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.
- Coordinate and manage due diligence and closing matters, including data room set-up, preparing signature packets, and creating closing volumes.
- Maintain and organize corporate records, minute books, and other legal documents.
- Prepare and handle corporate and securities filings, including Forms D.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on corporate matters, including regulatory compliance.
- Prepare and file UCC financing statements and conduct lien searches.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with clients, attorneys, and external parties involved in transactions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate
- 4+ years of corporate law firm experience
- Proficiency in Office suite, Carta, and DocuSign (or similar platforms)
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Detail-oriented, proactive and adaptable with a strong work ethic.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
Work Hours:
This is a non-exempt hybrid position and eligible for overtime compensation. Regular office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The ability to work longer hours is essential during peak workload periods.
Compensation and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $80,000 – $105,000. The base compensation presented to a candidate may vary based on skills and overall experience. This information is provided per Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act.
Carney Badley Spellman offers medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, and Travel Assistance Program. We provide generous PTO, remote work opportunities, a health savings account, and transportation benefits.
Qualified candidates should forward their cover letter and resume to turner@carneylaw.com.