Paralegal

Since 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work®.  At AMH, our goal is to simplify the experience of leasing a home through professional management and maintenance support, so our residents can focus on what really matters to them, wherever they are in life. 

The Paralegal is responsible for handling the due diligence review and closing of residential real estate transactions for home or land acquisitions in specifically assigned market(s), reviewing title and Homeowners Association (HOA) governing documents, and resolving matters of title and liens for the property portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Support real estate closings from contract to completion by coordinating with attorneys, title/escrow companies, and brokers.
• Research and resolve title issues, liens, and other matters affecting property ownership.
• Reviews HOA governing documents for leasing and occupancy restrictions; monitors HOA updates for legal impact on properties.
• Assist with discovery and investigations involving administrative complaints, tenants, and vendor claims.
• Record and organize legal documents to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Provide notary services and maintain related documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Acquisition, Asset Management, and Legal.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in real estate transactions, including contract review/light drafting, escrow closings, title review, and legal research.
• ALTA survey review experience preferred
• Paralegal Certificate required
• Active Notary Public preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and office-related software required
• Proven strengths in communication (verbal and written), problem-solving, planning, analysis, organization, and customer service.
• Highly adaptable and dependable; skilled in managing multiple deadlines, shifting team priorities, and maintaining confidentiality.

Compensation

Additional Compensation

Perks and Benefits

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and/or health savings accounts; dependent savings accounts; 401(k) with company matching contributions; employee stock purchase plan; and a tuition reimbursement program. The Company provides 9 paid holidays per year, and, upon hire, new employees will accrue paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 0.0577 hours of PTO per hour worked, up to a maximum of 120 hours per year.

Background Check

Background check required.  AMH will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, which may include the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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