Paralegal

Launched nearly 17 years ago, Foundry Commercial was created to be a different kind of real estate company. Our motto – “It’s Personal” – rings true in everything we do… we value authentic human experiences. At Foundry Commercial, there is a strong sense of community. From wellness fairs to ugly Christmas sweater parties to company fundraisers, Foundry associates lean in to support one other and the causes that are important to us. We bring a sense of teamwork, collegiality, and diversity to all that we do. At the heart of it all is trust and respect. These two things drive everything else. We have built a place where people truly know each other, celebrate together, learn together, and live life alongside each other.

At Foundry, we serve our clients best by attracting and unleashing the most talented and courageous professionals in industry, all while having fun and building a lasting impact on the broader community. Don’t just take our word for it. The best way to experience our culture is to immerse yourself in it. But be prepared – it’s contagious!

Position Description

We are currently seeking a Paralegal to join the Foundry in Orlando, Florida. The Paralegal will support Foundry’s Sr. Paralegal, assist with Development & Investments transaction activities, and handle all general legal entity matters. This individual will be participating in the oversight, coordination, and communication regarding corporate legal matters with internal team members and external corporate counsel.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee all aspects of corporate entity management, including formations, dissolutions, qualifications, SS-4 applications, and EIN acquisitions for new and existing transactions.
• Create and maintain up-to-date organizational charts for the company.
• Manage and update spreadsheets containing information on company entities and litigation matters.
• Prepare necessary corporate certificates required for loan closings.
• Complete beneficial ownership/KYC bank forms and provide corporate entity documentation to support the development and investments accounting team; facilitate the opening of bank accounts.
• Assist in complying with the Corporate Transparency Act by handling required filings.
• Collaborate with external counsel to support trademark and service mark activities.
• Aid external counsel in drafting and circulating legal documents for approval and execution.
• Prepare Written Consents appointing officers/authorized signatories as required.
• Draft Resolutions for Board meetings as needed.
• Review confidentiality agreements and other standard legal documents.
• Assist in filing annual reports and maintain an annual report tracking spreadsheet.
• Respond to requests for entity information, authorizations, and updated signature blocks.
• Act as a liaison with legal counsel to provide internally required information.
• Support ongoing legal activities related to the company's managed assets and brokerage operations.
• Assist in Broker license applications and renewals as necessary.
• Manage and update the master list of entities, signature blocks, and authorized signers.
• Conduct research as requested.
• Perform quarterly audits of transaction folders to ensure adherence to standard filing procedures.
• Allocate and bill time to business partners in accordance with company policies.
• Undertake other related duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of 3 years of paralegal activity in a real estate setting.
• Experience with real estate closing,
• Experience with commercial real estate preferred.
• Familiarity with corporate organization charts and related authorizations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with external counsel and business partners.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in MS Office programs.
• Demonstrate the capacity to uphold professionalism consistently, even in high-stress situations.
• Planning and Organizing – Can establish a course of action to accomplish tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Interpersonal Savvy – Relates well to diverse groups of individuals using diplomacy and tact.
• Team player - Ability to communicate timely and coordinate with multiple organizations to reach common goals.

Foundry Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Foundry Commercial is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available person in every job. It is the policy of Foundry to grant equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, veteran's status, or any other conditions or identifications against which discrimination is prohibited.