In House Paralegal

Overview

A well-established organization in the multi-family housing services and property operations sector is seeking an In-House Paralegal for a 3-month contract assignment. This role supports residential property owners and managers by providing essential legal services that facilitate day-to-day operations and enhance tenant experience. The position reports to the General Counsel and offers a fully remote work arrangement, requiring availability during Pacific Standard Time (PST) hours.

Location: Los Angeles (fully remote, PST hours required)

Duration: 3-month contract

Compensation: $26-28/hour, depending on experience

Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and track commercial agreements including NDAs, vendor contracts, statements of work (SOWs), and amendments
• Maintain contract lifecycle systems, monitoring key terms, obligations, and renewal timelines
• Coordinate signature processes and distribute fully executed agreements

Corporate Governance

• Maintain corporate records, entity documentation, and organizational materials
• Assist with board meeting preparation and drafting minutes
• Support annual filings, registered agent coordination, and multi-state compliance

Insurance Claims Management

• Manage intake, tracking, and administration of insurance claims across multiple coverage types
• Act as liaison between internal stakeholders, insurance carriers, and brokers
• Compile documentation for claims and maintain accurate tracking logs
• Monitor claim progress, deadlines, and status updates
• Support policy renewals with claims history and related data
• Track claim payments to ensure alignment with coverage terms

Litigation & Regulatory Support

• Assist with litigation holds, document collection, and e-discovery processes
• Maintain case files and track key deadlines
• Coordinate with outside counsel on filings, document production, and scheduling

Legal Operations

• Serve as a point of contact for internal legal requests
• Manage legal invoices and assist with budget tracking
• Develop templates, playbooks, and process documentation
• Conduct preliminary legal research as needed

Required Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate (ABA-approved) or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience, including at least 1 year in-house
• Experience with contract management systems and legal technology tools
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Notary Public certification
• Experience with entity management or corporate compliance software

Key Competencies

• Discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential information
• Proactive communication with timely updates and follow-through
• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail producing accurate, high-quality work

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, union membership, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristic as required by law. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request for applicants participating in the hiring process.

Location

• Remote position requiring work during Pacific Standard Time (PST) hours
• Based in Los Angeles, California

Additional Information

• Compensation depends on experience and qualifications
• Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses and participation in medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• This role involves the use of AI for preliminary candidate screening to verify minimum job requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and able to work PST hours remotely.