Real Estate & Litigation Paralegal
Location : Santa Monica, CA| Full-Time | Corporate Legal Department 4 days in office (Mon-Thurs) with remote Fridays.
Are you a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong background in real estate and litigation? Join our dynamic Corporate Legal Operations team as a Real Estate & Litigation Paralegal , where you’ll support high-impact commercial property matters and help drive legal strategies across our organization.
Position Overview
As a key member of our legal team, you’ll provide comprehensive paralegal support on commercial real estate litigation, lease enforcement, and tenant matters. This is a fast-paced, collaborative role where legal precision meets business impact—ideal for a skilled paralegal who thrives on variety and problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
Lease Enforcement & Tenant Relations
- Draft and manage legal notices, including default, demand, termination, relocation, and abandonment letters
- Communicate directly with tenants and their counsel to resolve disputes and recover arrears
- Assist with negotiating and documenting settlement agreements
Legal Review & Analysis
Conduct in-depth lease reviews, evaluating provisions such as co-tenancy, CAM charges, exclusive use, and termination rightsAssess legal exposure through litigation evaluations and collectability assessmentsAnalyze relocation clauses, radius restrictions, and other complex contractual termsLitigation Support
Coordinate unlawful detainer and breach of lease filingsSupport collection efforts and handle matters involving bankrupt tenantsRespond to subpoenas, maintain legal holds, and support document preservationMonitor construction defect claims and mechanics' lien issuesCross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Property Management and Leasing teams to identify and reduce legal riskDeliver day-to-day legal support to departments company-wideAssist in the resolution of various legal and compliance matters across business unitsRequirements
Qualifications
Education & Certification
Bachelor’s degree requiredParalegal certificate from an ABA-approved program requiredExperience
Minimum 3 years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm or corporate legal departmentProven track record in real estate law and commercial landlord / tenant litigation preferredStrong organizational, communication, and analytical skillsBenefits
Comprehensive Benefits
Industry-leading health, dental, and vision coverage with low employee contributions12 paid holidays, generous vacation, and 80 hours of annual sick leave401(k) with company match and immediate vestingEmployee stock purchase programProfessional Growth & Work-Life Balance
24 paid volunteer hours per year and charitable donation matchingCareer development resources and trainingEmployee Assistance Program for wellness and professional supportMake Your Impact
This is your opportunity to work on sophisticated legal matters at the intersection of commercial real estate and litigation—while being part of a supportive team that values growth, collaboration, and results.
Apply today to bring your expertise to a company that invests in your success.
Seniority Level
Industry
Real EstateEmployment Type
Job Functions
LegalSkills
SubpoenasWorking with TenantsLitigationLawLaw EnforcementEstate LawPleadingsDocument ReviewTenant RelationsLegal Ass