Paralegal - Transactional/Corporate/Real Estate
Location: Albany or Buffalo, NY
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $70K-$90K, commensurate with experience
Role Summary
CHW is seeking an experienced Paralegal interested in sophisticated, mission-driven transactional real estate work. You'll support our attorneys in the representation of developers, investors, lenders, syndicators, and nonprofit organizations in the acquisition, financing, development, and preservation of multi-family affordable and mixed use residential, commercial, and historic preservation real estate projects. The ideal candidate will be able to form New York business entities, review due diligence documents and draft, revise and coordinate the execution of closing documents. The ability to review title reports and real property surveys is a plus.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and revise entity formation and governance documents, including operating agreements, limited partnership agreements, formation certificates, incumbency certificates, written consents, resolutions, amendments, and other corporate documents.
- Perform due diligence, manage closing checklists, and work with CHW colleagues, clients and financing parties throughout all phases of the lifecycle of a transaction.
- Coordinate closing mechanics and oversee signature page execution and delivery, assembly of final closing documents and exhibits, and closing transcript preparation.
- Ideally, review title commitments and property surveys, coordinate and prepare responses to title and survey comments from counterparties, and work with title companies to finalize title policies for transactions.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, lenders' counsel, agencies' counsel, title companies and other parties.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of paralegal experience in a law office or legal environment in general corporate law, commercial real estate and/or transactional finance.
- Strong document drafting, editing and proofreading abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and Adobe Acrobat required; familiarity with iManage and/or Litera is a plus.
- Keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and high-quality work product.
- Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously, meet deadlines and thrive in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- College degree and/or paralegal certificate.
Why CHW
- Work on impactful projects that preserve historic properties, create economic opportunities, and create affordable housing for underserved communities while advising leading developers and investors.
- Support prominent developers and tax credit investors on significant affordable housing and community development projects throughout the country.
- Join a collaborative team focused on mentorship and training that supports long-term professional growth.
Benefits
Excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare options, 401(k), paid vacation, and a supportive working environment that emphasizes work-life balance. Annual holiday gifts and merit bonus opportunities.
Culture & Values
CHW is built on a foundation of teamwork and professionalism. Our attorneys and professional staff are creative and collaborative. We invest in our team members through hands-on training and direct mentorship, creating a supportive environment where professionals at every level can grow and thrive in an environment built on mutual respect and shared success.
How to Apply
Please email your resume, transcript, and cover letter indicating which city you prefer for placement to Tom Constantine at tconstantine@chwattys.com.
Equal Opportunity Statement
CHW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce.
