PRIMARY PURPOSE

To provide transactional support to the attorneys in the Legal Development department.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Review and Analysis of Legal Documents: Review and analyze legal documents such as leases, reciprocal easement agreements, operating agreements, covenants, conditions and restriction agreements, partnership agreements, loan documents, and other similar contracts, including for analysis of restrictive covenants such as those governing land use, building heights, permissible building areas, required access ways, etc. Preparation of research results summary memo and results matrix in consultation with assigned attorney and developer.

Document Drafting and Preparation: Timely prepare initial drafts of real estate documents, including but not limited to purchase and sale agreements, ground leases, big-box leases, outlet leases, covenants, conditions and restriction agreements, estoppel letters, lease exhibits, and closing documents in close consultation with the assigned attorney.

Title and Survey Matters: Work closely with assigned attorney to review title encumbrances and land survey items. Review, respond to, and assist in the resolution of title and survey objections as they arise in the course of due diligence investigations.

File Management and Administrative Matters: Maintain the computerized file database (“TyMetrix”) and hard copy files. Open each matter in a timely manner and update each matter with accurate and current information. Input and track all critical and procedurally important dates. Close TyMetrix matter and hard file promptly upon completion of matter. Timely review and approve invoices in TyMetrix and other tracking systems. Prepare check requests and other routine correspondence. Prepare reports covering various items as requested by attorneys, auditors, partners and lenders. Complete other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 5 years applicable legal experience preferred, but not required.

Paralegal Certificate, Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree required.

Real Estate/Title experience and knowledge of legal procedures preferred.

Analytical skills and the ability to accurately articulate research results of real estate documents.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

Demonstrated ability to interact at a professional level with all forms of communication.

Ability to take initiative and to work independently.

Knowledge of corporate entities and business organizations helpful.

Prior real estate development experience helpful.