Legal Assistant (Real Estate)

Job Description

Description

Key Responsibilities

Legal Administration

Provide administrative support to General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and Real Estate Counsel

Create and maintain corporate entities in various jurisdictions.

Establish and maintain well-organized files in various formats, such as hardcopy, electronic, and various eRoom platforms.

Draft, review, and edit basic legal documents and business correspondence.

Gather, organize, summarize, and index documents from various sources.

Assist with public company documentation.

Interface with finance and accounting teams regarding taxes, invoices, etc.

Assist with maintenance and renewal of business licenses and professional registrations in various jurisdictions.

Real Estate Transactions

Develop and maintain checklists for real estate and financing transactions.

Track and manage due diligence, coordinate transaction submissions, and work with team to close transactions

Coordinate title/survey, environmental reports, document execution and closing logistics.

Conduct research and gather information using general and legal research tools.

Prepare closing indices and binders and follow up on post-closing matters.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Associate degree or higher preferred; a paralegal certificate is a plus

2+ years of transactional paralegal or legal administrative experience at a law firm or corporate legal department.

Proficient in Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, word, excel)

Ability to stay organized in a quick dynamic working environment.

Strong written, verbal, and written communication skills

Willingness to learn and function independently.

Strong attention to detail ensuring accuracy while managing multiple tasks

Ability to be adaptable and flexible

Benefits

Compensation:

- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential

- Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance

Career Development

- Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio

- Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth

Employee Perks (to name a few):

- Housing Discount

- Commuter Benefits

- Free Parking and EV charging

- Parental Leave Program

- Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

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