Corporate Paralegal Jobs in Texas
Corporate Paralegal jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in corporate transactional work, securities compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and energy law, with openings at every level from entry-level to senior paralegal. Houston, Dallas, and Austin account for the largest share of postings, anchored by major employers like ExxonMobil, AT&T, and Baker Botts. Demand is strongest in candidates with experience in contract management, entity governance, and regulatory filings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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WELLTOWER – REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US
Welltower, now the world’s largest real estate company by market capitalization, is continuing to grow at an exciting pace!
At Welltower, we’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate. As a global leader in residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure, we create vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday.
We’re looking for bold, independent thinkers who thrive on challenge, embrace complexity, and are driven to deliver long-term value. Every team member is empowered to think like an owner, innovate fearlessly, and lead from where they stand. If you're passionate about outcomes and inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare infrastructure, we want you on our best-in-class team.
SUMMARY
The Corporate Paralegal supports the Legal Department, focusing on fund compliance for the Company’s registered investment advisor (“RIA”), holistic fund platform support, corporate governance matters, and legal operations. This role will provide support through administration of compliance processes, governance support, document management, and special projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with administration of the Company's RIA’s fund compliance platform, including quarterly and annual reporting processes (with respect to both the RIA’s internal compliance procedures and any required SEC filings)
- Coordinate quarterly valuation and expense allocation meetings, including scheduling, preparation of materials, and meeting minutes
- Assist with the monitoring of investment guidelines and restrictions, LP side letter reporting requirements, and other contractual reporting obligations
- Maintain compliance records and document repositories
- Prepare organizational documents, resolutions, consents, and other governance materials
- Coordinate lender, vendor, investor, and financial institution Know Your Customer (KYC) requests and due diligence matters
- Support attorneys with special projects and compliance initiatives related to the fund platform
- Support the Corporate Secretary function through maintenance of governance records, minute books, and corporate documentation
- Coordinate and fulfill Corporate Secretary certificate requests, quarterly legal due diligence inquiries, good standing certificate requests, and officer and director information requests
- Assist with organization of Board and Committee materials, minutes, calendars, and related records
- Coordinate execution of documents, signature collection, and corporate filings
- Maintain legal department files and records, including Corporate Secretary documentation
- Assist with processing wire transfer documentation, forms, and other legal administrative matters
- Work with other members of the Legal Department on special projects and initiatives
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
TRAVEL
No travel is expected for this position.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Experience: 3-5 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, compliance professional, or related legal operations role. Experience with corporate governance, entity management, private funds (including SEC rules and regulations applicable to RIAs), financial services, or compliance matters preferred.
Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business, or related field; Paralegal Certification preferred.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.
COMPENSATION
Salaries may vary by location. The range for this role in New York is $82,000 - $104,000 plus bonus. Final compensation determinations are made based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual experience, education, and skill level; business strategic priorities; primary office location; scope and anticipated strategic impact of the role.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Program – purchase shares at a 15% discount
- Employer-matching 401(k) Program + Profit Sharing Program
- Student Debt Program – we’ll contribute up to $10,000 towards your student loans!
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
- Professional Growth
- And much more!
ABOUT WELLTOWER
Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. We also seek to support physicians in our Outpatient Medical buildings with the critical infrastructure needed to deliver quality care.
Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments. Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture.
Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long-term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – our North Star.
Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
WELLTOWER – REIMAGINE REAL ESTATE WITH US
Welltower, now the world’s largest real estate company by market capitalization, is continuing to grow at an exciting pace!
At Welltower, we’re transforming how the world thinks about senior living and wellness-focused real estate. As a global leader in residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure, we create vibrant, purpose-driven communities where housing, healthcare, and hospitality converge. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and endlessly ambitious—guided by our mantra: The only easy day was yesterday.
We’re looking for bold, independent thinkers who thrive on challenge, embrace complexity, and are driven to deliver long-term value. Every team member is empowered to think like an owner, innovate fearlessly, and lead from where they stand. If you're passionate about outcomes and inspired by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare infrastructure, we want you on our best-in-class team.
SUMMARY
The Corporate Paralegal supports the Legal Department, focusing on fund compliance for the Company’s registered investment advisor (“RIA”), holistic fund platform support, corporate governance matters, and legal operations. This role will provide support through administration of compliance processes, governance support, document management, and special projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with administration of the Company's RIA’s fund compliance platform, including quarterly and annual reporting processes (with respect to both the RIA’s internal compliance procedures and any required SEC filings)
- Coordinate quarterly valuation and expense allocation meetings, including scheduling, preparation of materials, and meeting minutes
- Assist with the monitoring of investment guidelines and restrictions, LP side letter reporting requirements, and other contractual reporting obligations
- Maintain compliance records and document repositories
- Prepare organizational documents, resolutions, consents, and other governance materials
- Coordinate lender, vendor, investor, and financial institution Know Your Customer (KYC) requests and due diligence matters
- Support attorneys with special projects and compliance initiatives related to the fund platform
- Support the Corporate Secretary function through maintenance of governance records, minute books, and corporate documentation
- Coordinate and fulfill Corporate Secretary certificate requests, quarterly legal due diligence inquiries, good standing certificate requests, and officer and director information requests
- Assist with organization of Board and Committee materials, minutes, calendars, and related records
- Coordinate execution of documents, signature collection, and corporate filings
- Maintain legal department files and records, including Corporate Secretary documentation
- Assist with processing wire transfer documentation, forms, and other legal administrative matters
- Work with other members of the Legal Department on special projects and initiatives
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
TRAVEL
No travel is expected for this position.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Experience: 3-5 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, compliance professional, or related legal operations role. Experience with corporate governance, entity management, private funds (including SEC rules and regulations applicable to RIAs), financial services, or compliance matters preferred.
Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business, or related field; Paralegal Certification preferred.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.
COMPENSATION
Salaries may vary by location. The range for this role in New York is $82,000 - $104,000 plus bonus. Final compensation determinations are made based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual experience, education, and skill level; business strategic priorities; primary office location; scope and anticipated strategic impact of the role.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Base Salary + Annual Bonus
- Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Employee Stock Purchase Program – purchase shares at a 15% discount
- Employer-matching 401(k) Program + Profit Sharing Program
- Student Debt Program – we’ll contribute up to $10,000 towards your student loans!
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive and progressive Medical/Dental/Vision options
- Professional Growth
- And much more!
ABOUT WELLTOWER
Welltower® Inc. (NYSE: WELL) an S&P 500 company, is the world's preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. We also seek to support physicians in our Outpatient Medical buildings with the critical infrastructure needed to deliver quality care.
Our real estate portfolio is unmatched, located in highly attractive micro-markets with stunning built environments. Yet, we are an unusual real estate organization as we view ourselves as a product company in a real estate wrapper driven by relationships and unconventional culture.
Through our disciplined approach to capital allocation powered by our data science platform and superior operating results driven by the Welltower Business System, we aspire to deliver long-term compounding of per share growth and returns for our existing investors – our North Star.
Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Corporate Paralegal Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- EisnerAmper2
- Axxess Consult1
- McKinley Paper and Packaging Company1
- NuScale Power1
- Oscar Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Accounting & Auditing2
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Consumer Goods1
- Energy1
- Manufacturing1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in corporate paralegal jobs across Texas.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field required
- Certification from NALA, NFPA, or a Texas-based ABA-approved paralegal program preferred
- Two or more years of corporate transactional or in-house paralegal experience
- Proficiency in contract management platforms and corporate entity management software
- Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or securities filings in a Texas legal environment
- Strong written communication skills for drafting board resolutions, minutes, and agreements
Corporate Paralegal Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a corporate paralegal in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license for paralegals, but most corporate employers expect a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program or a degree in paralegal studies. Earning voluntary certification through NALA or NFPA signals professional commitment and strengthens your candidacy. Large Texas law firms and in-house legal departments in industries like energy and technology typically prefer candidates who combine formal education with hands-on corporate transactional coursework.
How much do corporate paralegals make in Texas?
Corporate paralegals in Texas earn a median of about $62,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,190 for the lowest 10% to over $98,440 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire corporate paralegals in Texas?
Employers hiring corporate paralegals in Texas right now include EisnerAmper, Axxess Consult, and McKinley Paper and Packaging Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major energy companies, and large regional law firms means corporate paralegal demand remains broad across both in-house legal departments and private practice.
Which Texas cities have the most corporate paralegal jobs?
Dallas and Houston lead Texas for corporate paralegal openings, reflecting where the state's legal and business activity is densest. Houston draws heavily from the energy sector and its large law firm presence, Dallas from financial services and corporate headquarters, and Austin from the expanding technology and venture-backed company base that generates steady transactional legal work.
Are there remote corporate paralegal jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many legal roles. About 29% of corporate paralegal openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves document review, contract drafting, and entity management that translates well to remote settings. Entity governance, due diligence support, and contract administration tend to be the functions most commonly performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a corporate paralegal in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved Texas program, such as those offered at the University of Houston or University of North Texas, combined with internship experience in a corporate or transactional setting. Many large Houston and Dallas law firms and in-house legal teams hire paralegal assistants or legal coordinators as entry-level roles that transition into corporate paralegal positions. Experience as a legal secretary or contracts administrator is a common lateral move that opens the door, and NALA's Certified Paralegal credential gives candidates a measurable edge early in their careers.
Where can I find and apply to corporate paralegal jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to corporate paralegal jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find the roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each employer. No account creation is needed to search and review listings.
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