On-Site Real Estate Paralegal — Growth & Impact

SmartStop Self Storage, Inc.; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Generous Holiday Schedule

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Free Car Wash

Free catered lunch

Job summary

SmartStop Self Storage, Inc. is seeking a Paralegal to support the legal team and real estate acquisition activities in our Ladera Ranch, CA office.

The role focuses on preparing documents, coordinating with attorneys, and managing real estate transaction closings. Requirements include an associates degree (bachelor’s preferred), a paralegal certificate (preferred), and at least 3 years of legal secretary experience; real estate experience is a big plus.

Qualifications

• Associates degree is required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certificate preferred.
• Minimum 3-years legal secretary experience required.
• Real estate transaction experience a BIG PLUS.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys and professionals to communicate, schedule, and coordinate a pipeline of real estate transactions.
• Prepares real estate transaction documents for accuracy.
• Facilitates execution of real estate, commercial and operational agreements.
• Schedules all conference calls and meetings.
• Assists with preparation, review, and modification of legal documents and filings.
• Aids in managing litigation and insurance matters with internal and outside counsel.
• Maintains trackers and reports follow-up items and deadlines.
• Oversees organization and archiving of legal/real estate files.

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Legal secretary experience

Real estate transaction experience

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SmartStop Self Storage, Inc. is seeking a Paralegal to support the legal team and real estate acquisition activities in our Ladera Ranch, CA office.

The role focuses on preparing documents, coordinating with attorneys, and managing real estate transaction closings. Requirements include an associates degree (bachelor’s preferred), a paralegal certificate (preferred), and at least 3 years of legal secretary experience; real estate experience is a big plus.