Paralegal

Job Description:

Shift:

Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri Position Summary :

The Paralegal will support the in-house legal department of a homebuilder/developer in all transactional (i.e., non-litigation) aspects of the Company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities :

Assist the in-house attorneys with real estate and loan closings, including review of closing documents, title and surveys Prepare, review, distribute, organize and file real estate transaction documents including electronic filing of documents through Simplifile Prepare HOA formation and governing documents and distribute HOA document packages to field personnel Assist General Counsel in the formation, management, dissolution and maintenance of corporate entities including ordering and organizing corporate minute books Develop and maintain internal tracking tools for various matters including projects, corporate entities, and legal department expenses Ensure all work is completed with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Serve as a liaison between in-house counsel and outside counsel Open new matters in electronic billing system, monitor timekeeper rates, approve/reject/dispute invoices from law firms and coordinate with law firm personnel on billing matters Prepare FedEx shipping labels/packages as needed Order office supplies as needed Process check requests for title policies, governmental applications, attorney expense reports and other legal department expenses Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Experience and Skills:

Skills & Abilities:

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word Excellent typing, computer and phone skills Ability to work independently and under pressure Ability to handle and protect confidential information Ability to handle difficult situations courteously and professionally Excellent verbal and written communication skills Exemplary organizational and follow-up skills Strong accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to identify errors and maintain high-quality standards Must be able to multi-task and set priorities while meeting deadlines Must maintain a consistently high standard of service and leadership Strong interpersonal customer service skills Must be a team player and have flexibility for overtime hours

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma required. Associate or bachelor's degree and/or Certified Paralegal certification a plus At least 5 years of legal experience. In-house corporate experience a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Applications -

Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams Other Requirements:

Assist with various project and model row Grand Opening events which may occasionally require overtime weekend hours (2 - 3 times per year)

From:

G L Homes of Florida Corporation