Paralegal, Corporate ~ Stockbridge, GA

SUMMARY

A mid-sized, national real estate development, construction, and management company seeks a paralegal with 5+ years’ experience to provide legal and clerical support on multi-family residential, multi-state real estate transactions from origination to finalization of post-closing matters, in addition to forming and maintaining corporate entities.

THIS IS AN IN OFFICE POSITION/NO HYBRID

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree required; Paralegal certification and/or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of corporate or real estate paralegal experience in a large law firm or in-house legal
• department
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Self-starter. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, problem solving skills, and good judgement
• A strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail and professionalism
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines required
• Ability to manage shifting priorities, competing deadlines, and work in a team environment
• Professional work ethic and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining timely completion of a closing or transaction
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Dropbox, Adobe Acrobat, and Gmail

DUTIES

• All aspects of forming and maintaining entities, including the preparation and filing of Articles of Incorporation/Organization, amendments, state qualifications, consents, filing annual reports, and corporate compliance
• Apply for and maintain all business licenses and contractor’s licenses for each jurisdiction
• At the direction of counsel, review and revisions of purchase and sale contracts, in addition to obtaining title, surveys, zoning letters, and other diligence related to land acquisitions.
• Organize due diligence for real estate financing
• Prepare and assemble acquisition and loan documents and coordinate documents for closings
• Coordinate acquisition and loan documents for closings
• Assemble closing documents into binders and maintain organized filing system
• Promptly and judiciously address all matters related to litigation, liens, and garnishments

IND1

• Great benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision, behavioral health and more) on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• 401(k) Savings Plan (4% employer match; 100% vested after 1 year of service)
• Company paid life insurance (1x base salary)
• Paid Time Off package with a carryover provision
• Training and career development opportunities
• Company Apparel Store allowance

More information can be found on our Benefits page.

Are you excited about this opportunity, but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description? No problem! We encourage you to still apply, as you just might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

Davis Development is a privately owned luxury apartment developer and property management company with 25+ years in the industry and a best-in-class reputation. We have developed and managed multi-family properties throughout the country.  Part of our success is attributed to empowering our teams to manage their properties as owner-operators, entrusting them with making the best decisions for their teams and residents.  It is this approach that keeps our family culture and a results-driven attitude.

At Davis Development, you will find a sense of pride, commitment, and determination that allows every team member the opportunity to have a meaningful impact.  We hope you come grow with us!

Davis Development is an equal opportunity employer and proud to support diversity in the workplace.

No calls or emails from third party recruiters at this time please.