Portia Balfour

Corporate Paralegal with three years of experience in corporate governance and compliance

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New York CityMember since June 26, 2026

Contract reviewCompliance monitoringCorporate governanceLegal operationsCARTA implementationDue diligenceRisk assessmentCartaRegulatory FilingsData Protection

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Corporate Paralegal with three years of experience in corporate governance and compliance. Skilled in contract review, compliance monitoring, and legal operations in fast-paced environments. Led full CARTA implementation to modernize cap table management and stakeholder reporting. Proven ability to support regulatory filings and legal operations in fast-paced environments. US Citizen with right to work.

Experience

Corporate Paralegal - Envorso - Remote, United States

(2023-06 - 2026-06)

Drafted and reviewed commercial agreements (NDAs, vendor contracts, equity/option agreements) while securing sensitive data.
Managed corporate and IP records, tracked critical deadlines, and supported corporate secretarial functions.
Led full implementation and onboarding of CARTA, modernizing corporate cap table management, vesting schedules, and stakeholder reporting.
Executed rigorous due diligence and risk assessment checks for third-party agreements to protect company assets and ensure compliance.
Monitored and researched evolving domestic and international laws impacting the corporate and digital landscape.
Maintained calendars, document management software, filings, and compliance obligations, ensuring timely action on contractual and regulatory matters.
Partnered with Finance, HR, and Executives to streamline document workflows and improve internal legal services.

Legal Intern - Master Projects User Group (MPUG) - Remote, United States

(2021-06 - 2021-07)

Reviewed website content to identify copyright, trademark, and licensing risks, ensuring legal compliance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess compliance issues and recommended legally sound alternatives.

Legal Advice Line Operator - Citizens Advice Bureau - Durham, United Kingdom

(2019-10 - 2020-03)

Delivered tailored legal guidance via telephone, addressing diverse client inquiries with flexibility and impartiality.
Accurately documented client interactions, ensuring reliable records and demonstrating strong communication skills.