Paralegal
About The Position
RPM, an established northern New Jersey real estate developer located in Montclair and specializing in the development, construction, and management of affordable housing, seeks an experienced certified paralegal. The role requires full familiarity with real estate acquisition and financing transactions and business entity formation. Prior affordable housing experience is preferred but not required. Under the day-to-day direction of the General Counsel, the Paralegal completes legal and administrative assignments supporting RPM’s development, construction, and property management operations. The primary area of responsibility is support of the Development Team.
Requirements
- Experienced certified paralegal with full familiarity with real estate acquisition and financing transactions and business entity formation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of the basics of real estate law, title insurance, and survey requirements.
- Ability to perform basic legal research.
- Understanding of court pleadings, processes, and related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- High school diploma and paralegal certificate from accredited schools or institutions.
Nice To Haves
- Prior affordable housing experience.
Responsibilities
- Draft and file organizational and operational documents for newly formed business entities.
- Satisfy pre-closing requirements for real estate acquisitions and sales; prepare closing files, attend closings, and complete post-closing assignments.
- Satisfy pre-closing requirements for real estate financing and funding, including debt and equity funding; prepare closing files, attend closings, and complete post-closing assignments.
- Draft construction contracts.
- Understand and track all aspects of a development project.
- Perform assignments beyond the specific job responsibilities as directed to advance company goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
