Legal Assistant/Paralegal/Analyst and/or Staff Attorney

Midwest Equity Investors; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in commercial real estate is hiring a Legal Assistant/Paralegal or Staff Attorney in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role involves lease administration, corporate governance, and requires a strong skill set in problem-solving, organization, and communication. Ideal candidates should possess relevant degrees and be eager to work in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with NNN commercial leases and acquisitions/dispositions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support lease administration and negotiations.
• Assist with corporate governance and tax appeal work.
• Maintain legal files and documentation.

Skills

Problem solving

Reading and critical thinking

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn AI

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant field

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Legal Assistant/Paralegal/Analyst and/or Staff Attorney

Legal Assistant/Paralegal/Analyst and/or Staff Attorney

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Midwest Equity Investors provided pay range

This range is provided by Midwest Equity Investors. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$45,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from Midwest Equity Investors

Midwest Equity is dedicated to acquiring and managing high-quality commercial real estate throughout the Midwest and Southeast for the purpose providing a best-in-class real estate investment opportunity for investors. Our focus is on achieving strong cash returns and appreciation while employing tax-efficient strategies to minimize tax liability. We are committed to offering long-term, stable investment options with attractive financial benefits.

Role Description

Midwest Equity is hiring for a couple full-time on-site roles in its legal department with a wide range in experience-- both a Legal Assistant/Paralegal or Analyst and Staff Attorney based in Cedar Rapids, IA. These employees will support the company through duties involving lease administration, lease preparation/negotiation, acquisitions/dispositions, collections, corporate formation and governance, tax appeal work, and maintaining legal files.

Qualifications

• Experience with NNN commercial leases, acquisitions/dispositions of commercial real estate in Iowa and elsewhere, corporate formation and governance, 1031 exchange transactions
• Problem solver who takes initiative
• Excellent reading and critical thinking skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities-- with the ability to multitask or pivot focus
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team environment with multiple departments
• Experience with AI or willingness to learn to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Interest in working for a growing company that utilizes different types of technology and willingness to assist in establishing repeatable process, then executing
• An associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred for Legal Assistant/Paralegal and JD for the Staff Attorney from an accredited law school
• Experience in intercollegiate debate could be helpful with an advanced reading skill and the ability to advocate from written information

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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