Corporate Paralegal

Found in: Appcast Linkedin GBL C2 - 2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States @properties Full time

@properties Christie's International Real Estate holds the area’s most extensive selection of beautiful homes and top-notch real estate agents. We lead the industry in technology and marketing as a luxury referral network that spans the globe. We currently have the opportunity to add a Franchise & Corporate Paralegal to our team in Chicago.


The Franchise & Corporate Paralegal will work in-house focusing on franchise and corporate law and will be responsible for supporting our General Counsel. This role involves working closely with the legal team and franchise clients to ensure compliance with franchise laws and regulations, drafting and reviewing franchise documents, and providing general legal support as well as managing business entity filings and drafting contracts and other general correspondence.


Job Duties:

· Assist in the preparation, review, and management of franchise disclosure documents (FDDs), franchise agreements, and other franchise-related legal documents.

· Conduct legal research on franchise law, regulations, and industry standards.

· Coordinate the filing and renewal of franchise registrations and disclosures with various state agencies.

· Liaise with franchisees to gather necessary documentation and ensure compliance with franchise requirements.

· Manage and track the franchise disclosure and renewal process to ensure timely compliance with federal and state laws.

· Assist with the development of franchise policies and procedures.

· Collaborate with internal departments, including marketing, operations, and finance, to ensure alignment with franchise legal requirements.

· Assist in implementing changes to real estate related contracts to comply with legislation/regulations.

· Renew and maintain company licensing.

· Draft, file, and manage various business entity documents for corporations and LLCs with State agencies.

· Draft legal contracts, correspondence, and other documents.

· Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.

· Minimum of 4 to 6 years of experience as a paralegal, with prior in-house experience.

· Strong understanding of franchise law, general corporate responsibilities, and regulatory requirements.

· Real Estate experience a plus.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

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