Senior Corporate Paralegal

Description

• Maintain governance calendars and ensure compliance with internal policies and state filing requirements.
• Support and train junior legal staff and coordinate with administrative support as needed.
• Manage entity database and ensure accurate and timely recordkeeping of ownership structures, officers, directors, and authorized signatories.
• Serve as liaison with registered agents and outside counsel for corporate compliance matters.
• Prepare certificates and other documentation required for loan closings and investor approvals.
• Conduct legal and factual research related to corporate, real estate, and litigation matters.
• Draft and revise construction contracts using AIA software and assist with the execution process in coordination with project management and legal teams.
• Maintain files for limited partner transfers and assist with investor-related corporate documentation.
• Support financing transactions, including preparation of signature blocks, drafting resolutions and incumbency certificates, and signature management.
• Support for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and development closings.
• Prepare and coordinate execution of board and member resolutions, consents, and meeting minutes and certifications.
• Form, maintain, and dissolve limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and other corporate entities across multiple jurisdictions.
• Generate entity status and ownership reports for finance, compliance, and asset management departments.
• Ensure consistency and integrity of corporate data across internal systems.
• Compile and review lender-required due diligence and closing documentation.
• Track, monitor, and maintain records of all active and pending litigation, administrative actions, and claims involving the company and its affiliates.
• Maintain centralized corporate records and digital database of all active and inactive entities.
• Assist with updating internal policies, templates, and governance procedures.
• Assist inside and outside counsel in gathering and organizing discovery materials, witness information, and document productions as requested, as requested.
• Prepare and organize due diligence materials, and manage document flow among internal teams, lenders, and investors.
• Support risk management and insurance teams by tracking claim resolution and settlement documentation.
• Draft, file, and track organizational documents, amendments, resolutions, annual reports, and foreign qualifications.
• Prepare and maintain internal litigation and claims reports for the CLO and executive leadership.
• Assist in coordinating and tracking post-closing obligations and deliverables.

Requirements

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Strong knowledge of corporate compliance, contracts, and corporate governance matters
• In-depth knowledge of corporate governance principles, entity management, and real estate transactional documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and corporate management or contract management software
• Paralegal certification or equivalent experience
• Excellent research, drafting, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 6–10 years of progressive corporate paralegal experience, preferably in real estate,
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and judgment in handling confidential matters.
• 6–10 years of progressive corporate paralegal experience, preferably in real estate, corporate governance, or in-house legal departments
• Experience drafting and managing AIA contracts and related construction documentation.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent experience.
• 37.5 Hours per Week
• Experience preparing board materials, resolutions, and corporate filings

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance