Corporate Paralegal (Real Estate) - Clayton

Paralegal Business Practice Group | Clayton | Hybrid Opportunity Bring your experience to a collaborative, award-winning firm that values flexibility, teamwork, and career growth. Sandberg Phoenix is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Paralegal to join our Business team to assist attorneys in a wide variety of complex commercial transitions, real estate, banking and commercial loans. This role is ideal for a legal professional who enjoys fast-paced work, strong team collaboration, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Why You’ll Want to Join Us Hybrid Flexibility Enjoy the best of both worlds: meaningful in-office collaboration and the ability to work remotely. Award-Winning Culture Join a firm recognized as one of St. Louis’ Best Places to Work in 2024 and 2025 and runner-up in 2026. Growth & Development Build your skills through training, mentorship, and opportunities for continued professional growth. Team-First Environment Work with people who support one another, take pride in excellent service, and enjoy working together. You’ll Thrive Here If You Take pride in keeping complex matters organized and moving forward Are proactive, flexible, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities Enjoy working independently while being part of a collaborative team Bring a positive, solution-focused approach to your work Value accountability, trust, and flexibility in a hybrid environment What You’ll Do Support attorneys in all phases of real estate transactions, including due diligence, document review, closing coordination, and post-closing administration. Prepare, review, and manage transaction documents, including purchase agreements, stock and asset transfers, deeds, easements, assignments, bills of sale, closing statements, and related closing documents. Prepare and monitor closing checklists, contract deadlines, and transaction timelines; coordinate transaction closings, including signature collection, execution logistics, funding coordination, preparation of closing binders (electronic and/or paper), and post-closing administration. Review title commitments, surveys, title exception documents, and other due diligence materials; assist attorneys in identifying issues requiring further review. Prepare, review, and summarize operating agreements, partnership agreements, LLC agreements, corporate governance documents, and other organizational records. Prepare and file UCC financing statements, amendments, continuations, assignments, and termination statements. Conduct public records searches and filings with county, state, and Secretary of State offices. Draft closing instruction letters and coordinate transaction logistics with clients, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and opposing counsel. Independently manage multiple active transactions while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to deadlines. What You’ll Bring A minimum of 5+ years of experience handling real estate transactions and/or corporate law. 4 Year Degree in Legal Studies or 4 Year Bachelor’s Degree with a Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience Knowledge of legal principles and practices at a level normally acquired through formal paralegal training Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints Ability to proofread material for contextual, grammatical, typographic, or spelling errors Ability to work in our Clayton office at least 3-4 days a week, noting that we embrace flexibility, but presence is important Ability and desire to learn. Ability to review, organize and analyze documents Excellent communication and drafting skills Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Products Proficient in document management Benefits, Perks & Flexibility Hybrid work environment Competitive salary based on experience Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage FSA, HSA, PTO, and 401(k) plan Paid parking or transportation allowance Paid birthday off Office casual dress code Tuition reimbursement Opportunities to connect through firm committees and affinity groups Salary range starts at $60,000 for entry level and above based on experience and qualifications. Ready to Grow With Us? If you are looking for a career—not just a job—with a firm that values flexibility, teamwork, professional development, and exceptional client service, we encourage you to grow with us. Sandberg Phoenix is committed to an inclusive environment and does not discriminate in its employment practices based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sandberg-Phoenix-