Real Estate Paralegal

RaceTrac Company Overview

Job Description:

The Real Estate Paralegal’s role is primarily to support real estate attorneys in all aspects of transactional tasks related to acquisition and disposition matters, as well as tasks related to real estate projects from engineering through construction and supporting all needs related to real estate portfolio management.

The day-to-day tasks may include, but are not limited to the following: review of contracts and leases; preparation of critical dates and lease abstracts; review title examinations, surveys, legal descriptions and plats; prepare title and survey objection letters, draft closing documents, including closing statements; drafting easements and various development documents as may be required of the real estate transaction. In addition, the Real Estate Paralegal may be called upon to assist with the review of post-closing documents required to complete post-closing platting, permitting, remodeling projects, and other real estate initiatives. The Real Estate Paralegal, working closely with the real estate attorneys, is a key role of the real estate practice group, often called upon to provide information on key critical dates and deadlines to the internal stakeholders of the various projects under contract.

The Real Estate Paralegal is often required to participate in team meetings to discuss or take notes on the status of various real estate projects.

What You'll Do:

• Handles the preliminary review and compliance of various documents supporting the real estate acquisition process, including, but not limited to: title commitments, surveys, plats, title documents, executed contracts, leases, and other legal due diligence materials and supporting documentation. The Paralegal must be able to summarize findings in reports, objection letters, emails and other correspondence.

• May handle condemnation matters.

• Drafts closing documents, contract amendments, easements, objection letters, and other documents related to the acquisition and disposition of real estate for Corporate Counsel’s review.

• Creates, updates and maintains critical dates, deadline notification emails and circulates to Real Estate and Engineering team, Corporate Counsel, and other team members consistent with the Service Level Agreement.

• Communicates effectively and efficiently and keep other team members apprised of the current state of the real estate projects. 

• Participates in team meeting to discuss legal project status, critical dates and deadlines.

• Serves as a point of communication with the title company to obtain title documents, clear title insurance requirements, and coordinate upcoming closings.

• Creates, organizes and maintains a legal file for each location to be acquired, sold, or leased.

• Files, organizes and creates closing binders for each closing transaction.

• Works closely with Corporate Counsel and other department personnel to handle issues and conflicts throughout each transaction’s lifecycle (including post-closing).  

• Develops and maintains an overall knowledge of the real estate processes, procedures, and documentation requirements within each applicable state.

• Meets the requirements established in the Service Level Agreement.

• May be called upon to participate in real estate related projects.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree from an accredited college or university; paralegal certification preferred.

• 5+ years’ professional experience in commercial real estate closings required.

• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word and Excel), iManage preferred, Adobe Acrobat.

• Notary Public Certificate is required.

Fueled by Growth, Driven by You

At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you’re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you’ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there’s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go. 

To see what #LifeatRaceTrac is like, visit our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram pages.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Handles the preliminary review and compliance of various documents supporting the real estate acquisition process, including, but not limited to: title commitments, surveys, plats, title documents, executed contracts, leases, and other legal due diligence materials and supporting documentation. The Paralegal must be able to summarize findings in reports, objection letters, emails and other correspondence.
• May handle condemnation matters.
• Drafts closing documents, contract amendments, easements, objection letters, and other documents related to the acquisition and disposition of real estate for Corporate Counsel’s review.
• Creates, updates and maintains critical dates, deadline notification emails and circulates to Real Estate and Engineering team, Corporate Counsel, and other team members consistent with the Service Level Agreement.
• Communicates effectively and efficiently and keep other team members apprised of the current state of the real estate projects. 
• Participates in team meeting to discuss legal project status, critical dates and deadlines.
• Serves as a point of communication with the title company to obtain title documents, clear title insurance requirements, and coordinate upcoming closings.
• Creates, organizes and maintains a legal file for each location to be acquired, sold, or leased.
• Files, organizes and creates closing binders for each closing transaction.
• Works closely with Corporate Counsel and other department personnel to handle issues and conflicts throughout each transaction’s lifecycle (including post-closing).  
• Develops and maintains an overall knowledge of the real estate processes, procedures, and documentation requirements within each applicable state.
• Meets the requirements established in the Service Level Agreement.
• May be called upon to participate in real estate related projects.

Qualifications:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.