Job Details

The Real Estate Paralegal will be a key member of the Company's in-house legal team, supporting real estate transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and financings. This in-office position, based in Los Angeles, CA, reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Real Estate Counsel, and will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth and efficient transaction execution.

Requirements:

• Associate's or, Bachelor's degree and ABA-approved paralegal certificate or California equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience as a real estate paralegal.
• Extensive knowledge of real estate transactions with a demonstrated ability to independently manage and oversee all phases of the due diligence and closing process from start to finish.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, professional and dependable.
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of management, staff and external service providers.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with appropriate discretion.
• Self-motivated, able to take initiative and work independently and in a team environment.
• Able to manage time efficiently, prioritize effectively and handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Notary public or willingness to obtain the necessary training to become a notary public.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, SharePoint), DocuSign and willingness to learn other applications.
• Familiarity with Legal Tracker, YARDI, Ironclad a plus.

General Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Lead the due diligence process for real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and loans
• Prepare and maintain detailed closing checklists, calendar key transaction critical dates, schedule and coordinate internal meetings and calls, coordinate with escrow agents, title companies, exchange accommodators, outside counsel and buyer and seller representatives
• Track, organize, review and summarize diligence materials received from counterparty
• Coordinate the closing process for real estate transactions, including reviewing and organizing closing documents; obtaining internal approvals and signatures; managing all aspects of closing and post-closing, including preparing and distributing closing binders
• Order and review title reports, ALTA surveys, zoning reports, and other third-party due diligence materials; identify and escalate title and survey issues, including encumbrances, easements, and access concerns and independently work with internal and external stakeholders to identify and resolve any issues
• Assist with drafting and reviewing various documents related to real estate transactions, including NDAs, estoppel certificates, SNDAs, lease abstracts, and other ancillary documents
• Support with abstracting new and existing leases, focusing on key business issues
• Responsible for maintaining and updating transaction document templates and third-party vendor contact information
• Assist with entity formation and maintenance, as needed, including obtaining certificates of good standing and certificates of formation
• Provide notary services as needed
• Support administrative functions, including processing invoices, filing documents, preparing and sending mailings
• Contribute to company and Legal department initiatives by assisting with the development and implementation of various projects and process improvements
• Assist with special projects and other Legal department matters as necessary

What We Offer

At Kilroy, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within the role. The base pay range for this role is between $70,000 to $109,000 and your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. This role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus as well.

Our comprehensive group health benefits program is built around your total health and provides employees and their families with care and coverage designed to help you thrive. Our health and wellness program offerings include medical, dental, vision, with FSA, HSA options, Group Life & Disability, LTD coverage and much more. Ancillary programs include a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match, employee support programs like our parental leave coaching program, wellness and commuter benefits, just to name a few. We invite you to visit our website at www.kilroyrealty.com to learn more.

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