Paralegal Intern at Morrison & Foerster LLP – Shanghai
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About This Position
Locations: Shanghai, China
Req ID: 3591
Position Type: Paralegal
Job Overview
At MoFo, we couldnt write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story?
Join MoFo as a Legal Intern on our General Transaction team!
This role can be based in Shanghai.
https://www.mofo.com/offices
ABOUT THE ROLE
1. Assist with preparation and organization of corporate documents, including formation and governance materials.
2. Conduct basic legal and factual research using online databases and firm resources.
3. Support due diligence efforts by organizing and reviewing corporate records and third-party materials.
4. Assist in maintaining corporate minute books and other client files.
5. Proofread and format legal documents and correspondence.
6. Attend team meetings and training sessions to gain exposure to corporate legal processes.
7. Observe and assist in transactional closings, including document preparation and post-closing organization.
8. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to firm policies regarding information handling.
9. Demonstrate initiative and willingness to learn from feedback and guidance.
10. Track and report internship hours and progress as required by academic institution or firm guidelines.
ABOUT YOU
1. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate law program at a top-tier law school.
2. Strong academic performance required.
3. Preference given to candidates who have passed the Chinese National Judicial Examination.
4. Prior internship experience in big law firms is a plus.
ABOUT MOFO
At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.
- About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
- Diversity + Inclusion: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-diversity
- Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
- The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation
For questions regarding this position, please e-mail sgu@mofo.com
Morrison & Foerster is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, creed, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, domestic partner status, and other categories protected by applicable laws, or in retaliation for opposition to any practices forbidden under this policy.