Johnson Development Corp · 2 weeks ago
Legal Assistant Paralegal
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelJohnson Development Corp is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join their collaborative legal team. This role provides direct support to the Senior VP & General Counsel and involves managing legal documents, supporting real estate transactions, and coordinating various administrative tasks.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateCommunitiesReal EstateResidential
Hiring Manager
Annette Black, PHR, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the in-house counsel and development team
Prepare, draft, and proofread legal documents including contracts, purchase and sale agreements, easements and other real estate related documents, as requested
Prepare closing books and files (loans & acquisitions)
Review and process legal entity invoices
Coordinate document execution, notarization, and recordation as needed
Assist with all aspects of real estate transactions. Review, edit, and approve lot closing documents. Manage real estate files (electronic & originals), including central filing and document retention
Assist with land acquisition and disposition transactions, including due diligence and review of title commitments and other ancillary documents
Schedule meetings (live and virtual), including monitoring meetings as requested
Coordinate travel, and prepare meeting materials
Process and code invoices and office bills, as requested
Process expense report approvals and prepare expense reports
Coordinate events for JDC as requested, including sponsorships and table events
Follow through on issues in a timely manner and follow up on open items within stated deadlines
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Communicate effectively with internal teams, outside counsel and external partners
Qualification
Required
Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal
Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented approach
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Ability to remain composed under pressure, and to be a resourceful self-starter with a professional mindset
Ability to work independently and proactively
Strong professional communication skills, (both written and oral), and excellent time management skills
Demonstrated positive attitude and ability to be a flexible team player
Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, TEAMS)
Proficiency in Adobe (redlining, document comparison, and form creation) and other database management and accounting systems
Soft Skills: Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Fast learner with the ability to work independently, and proactively
High degree of professionalism, strong work ethic, and a commitment to confidentiality
Preferred
Legal Assistant or Paralegal Certificate (Approved by the American Bar Association)
Familiarity with real estate transactions/closings and survey/title reviews
Company
Johnson Development Corp
Johnson Development Corp. is a Houston-based, award-winning residential and commercial land development company.
Founded in 1975
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-11-04
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2025-03-27
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