Paralegal

Since 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work®.  At AMH, our goal is to simplify the experience of leasing a home through professional management and maintenance support, so our residents can focus on what really matters to them, wherever they are in life. 

The Paralegal is responsible for supporting high-volume residential real estate transactions from contract through closing. This role plays a critical part in due diligence, including reviewing title and Homeowners Association (HOA) governing documents, resolving title issues, and ensuring properties are delivered with clean, insurable title. The Paralegal partners closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive efficient, compliant, and timely closings.

Responsibilities

• Support residential real estate closings from contract execution through post-close completion
• Coordinate with attorneys, title/escrow companies, and brokers to ensure smooth transactions
• Review title commitments, exceptions, and recorded documents; identify and resolve issues impacting ownership
• Drive resolution of liens, defects, and other closing blockers (e.g., payoffs, releases, corrective instruments)
• Review HOA governing documents for leasing and occupancy restrictions; flag risks and operational impacts
• Maintain organized, audit-ready transaction files aligned with internal controls
• Participate in pipeline and transaction meetings; provide status updates and identify risks
• Collaborate with Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Legal to escalate and resolve issues
• Assist with investigations, administrative matters, and legal documentation as needed
• Provide notary services and maintain proper documentation
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a law firm or corporate legal department preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in real estate transactions, including title review, escrow closings, and legal research
• Paralegal certificate preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and office systems required
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience reviewing ALTA surveys preferred
• Active Notary Public preferred
• Exposure to contract review and light drafting preferred
  
  

Compensation

The anticipated pay range/scale for this position is $38.54 to $48.16 Hourly. Actual starting base pay within this range will depend on factors including geographic location, education, training, skills, and relevant experience.

Additional Compensation

This position is not bonus-eligible.

This position is eligible to receive discretionary stock.

Perks and Benefits

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and/or health savings accounts; dependent savings accounts; 401(k) with company matching contributions; employee stock purchase plan; and a tuition reimbursement program. The Company provides 9 paid holidays per year, and, upon hire, new employees will accrue paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 0.0577 hours of PTO per hour worked, up to a maximum of 120 hours per year.

Background Check

Background check required. AMH will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, which may include the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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