Paralegal

BXP•Washington, DC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paralegal will be responsible for drafting and assisting in the negotiation of a variety of legal documents related to commercial real estate. This role involves responding to tenant requests, assisting with collection matters, monitoring bankruptcy proceedings, and supporting acquisition, disposition, and financing transactions. The Paralegal will also provide litigation support, manage compliance provisions, and organize various legal files and reports. Additionally, the role requires participation in industry-related organizations and other assigned projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a paralegal position.
At least 2 years of progressively responsible, related and relevant experience in the real estate industry.
Hands-on experience in drafting, negotiating and interpreting legal documents.
Working knowledge of real estate.
Ability to produce the quantity of work necessary to timely complete assigned tasks.
Ability to interact with co-workers, contractors, tenants, outside counsel, or vendors in an articulate, courteous and professional manner always.
Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints.
Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Adaptability to changing demands.
Proven initiative and demonstrated skills for organization and multi-task prioritization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

Draft and assist in the negotiation of a variety of documents, including but not limited to leases and licenses, amendments to leases and licenses, landlord lien waiver/subordinations, parking management agreements, assignment/sublease consents, confidentiality agreements, brokerage agreements, telecommunications agreements, SaaS agreements, construction and professional services agreements, and other commercial real estate related agreements.
Respond to requests from tenants, including reviewing and preparing waiver of lien agreements and generally answering lease questions.
Assist with tenant collection matters, including drafting default notices.
Monitor bankruptcy proceedings of tenants, tracking deadlines and court proceedings and filing dates.
Draft, negotiate and assist with service contracts and various other property management, construction, and marketing contracts.
Consult with and advise property management and construction staff with respect to contracts and tenant and management matters.
Assist with acquisition and disposition due diligence, including organization of leases, occupancy certificates, service contracts and preparation/tracking of tenant estoppels.
Assist with real estate financings, including organization of due diligence items, and preparation/tracking of tenant estoppels and SNDAs (Subordination and Non-Disturbance Agreements).
Assist with the closing of acquisitions/dispositions, real estate joint ventures and financings.
Provide litigation support, including drafting, distribution and tracking of records preservation notices.
Provide inside and outside counsel with organizational documents, certificates, etc., in connection with transactions.
Track political donations.
Be responsible for filing of environmental and other property condition reports.
Organize and maintain title and survey files.
Organize and maintain certain federal government “flow down” compliance provisions.
Other related projects as assigned.
Participate in industry-related organizations.