Community Association Paralegal
About The Position
Becker was honored by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best law firms to work for in both the 2024, 2025, and 2026 inaugural lists, reflecting our strong commitment to employee well-being, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture. Come be a part of our award-winning team! Becker is a diverse, multi-practice, commercial law firm with offices in Florida, New York, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., and international affiliates. Since 1973, we’ve built a culture that is collaborative, creative, and passionate about growth. Our client-focused approach is rooted in exceeding expectations and building lasting relationships.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
- Ability to organize files and manage workflow efficiently.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required
- Minimum of 3–5 years of related experience in a law firm or corporate legal department environment required.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with iManage, Aderant, Matter Expert, or similar legal software preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Prior experience in community association law, real estate, corporate governance, or related practice areas preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with drafting and editing letters, contracts, memoranda, resolutions, amendments, retainer agreements, proposal letters, and other legal documents.
- Prepare annual meeting, special meeting, recall, and special assessment notice packages.
- Draft board meeting notices, board resolutions, amendments, certificates of amendment, and related correspondence to clients.
- Assist with document rewrite projects and preparation of amendments, governing document revisions, and transmittal packages.
- Coordinate electronic recording of documents and maintain related records and correspondence.
- Order title searches, governing documents, and related reports from vendors.
- Review and organize governing documents to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Support association election processes under attorney supervision.
- Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, deadlines, and tasks.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, certified mail, overnight deliveries, and electronic filing of documents and correspondence.
- Maintain electronic file management systems, including filing emails and documents in the appropriate workspace within iManage.
- Assist with conflicts checks, matter openings, file maintenance, and file closing procedures.
- Work with accounting and billing systems, including time entry assistance, expense reports, check requests, and review of prebills.
- Communicate professionally with clients, board members, vendors, management companies, and third parties.
- Assist with preparation of trade show, seminar, and community association industry event materials as needed.
- Make travel arrangements and perform other administrative and legal support duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid benefits and mental health coverage
- Ancillary products including short-term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and commuter benefits
- Access to internal wellness initiatives, including the Becker Mental Health and Wellness Committee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
