Dealership: L0105 Lithia Home OfficeM&A & Real Estate ParalegalWe are searching for a detail-oriented and dedicated paralegal that’s experienced in M&A, real estate and transactional matters. This position will assist the day-to-day functions of the legal department, and will be responsible for the review, preparation, and process tracking of M&A and real estate related documents, contracts, and leases under the supervision of one of Lithia’s Legal Directors.Top candidates for this position must possess and demonstrate a strong knowledge of real estate transactions and experience in a similar role. An outstanding paralegal will be someone whose expertise contributes to the timely finalization of real estate and M&A transactions (e.g. acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and other various real estate related transactions).This Paralegal will report to one of Lithia’s Legal Directors.Compensation Range: $75,000 - $90,000 annuallyResponsibilitiesAssessing and preparing contracts, lease agreements and closing documentsCompile, assess, and review due diligence for transactionsAssist throughout all stages of the real estate closing processDraft, review and redline SNDAs, Estoppel Certificates, and Lease MemorandumsReview and draft LOIs.Analyze title and survey documents and legal descriptions of properties. Prepare title objection noticesDocumenting processes, as well as maintaining electronic recordsCommunicating with internal team and customersPrepare closing checklists and critical date timelinesReview closing statements, title and other affidavits, entity authorization and other customer closing documentsPrepare and track disclosure schedulesCoordinate scheduling of meetingsPrepare letters and notices to tenants regarding renewals, terminations, and purchase optionsAssist In-House Counsel with daily job functionsAssist In-House Counsel with special legal projects / legal research / legal correspondence as assignedResponsible for tracking process of acquisitionsAs-Needed Reports: Additional legal reporting as requested by In-House CounselSkills and QualificationsStrong attention to detailSense of urgencyStrong critical thinkingExcellent written and verbal communicationTime managementStrong organizational skillsDedicationReliabilityExcellent customer service skillsAbility to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner under minimal supervisionCompetenciesDoes the right thing, takes action and adapts to changeSelf-motivates, believes in accountability, focuses on results, makes plans and follows throughBelieves in humility, shares best practices, desires to keep learning, measures performance and adapts to improve resultsThrives on a team, stays positive, lives our valuesAbility to understand the details within a march larger contextPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed.We offer best in class industry benefits:
Competitive pay
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
Paid Holidays & PTO
Short and Long-Term Disability
Paid Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Lithia Learning Center
Vehicle Purchase Discounts
Wellness Programs
High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence necessary for select roles. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
