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Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Position : Real Estate Paralegal
Reports to : Legal Operations Manager / Brighton Corporation Chief of Staff
Direct reports : None
Exempt Status : Salaried Exempt
Date Last Updated : December 30, 2024
Overview
Provides comprehensive support for our corporate legal team, prioritizing tasks such as document preparation, administrative duties and project-specific legal support. This includes tracking critical deadlines and ensuring that projects and contracts are developed on time and with complete accuracy. Works with internal departments to gather necessary information to complete tasks and transactions. Must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Major Responsibilities
Assist Legal Operations Manager with :
- Contract Drafting & Review : Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements, including real estate-related documents and agreements (purchase, sale, development).
- Legal Compliance : Facilitate the filing of necessary licenses and ensure compliance with all relevant statutory requirements.
- Corporate Records : Maintain corporate records for all company entities, including filings, EINs, and business name statements.
- Real Estate Due Diligence : Analyze title reports, surveys, and related documents. Work with the land acquisition team to resolve title issues.
- Closing Support : Assist with land acquisition closings by preparing necessary documentation (e.g., deeds, escrow instructions, checklists).
- Legal & Operational Support : Maintain knowledge of company legal documents and operations. Manage document archiving systems.
Requirements :
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
Physical Demands