What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Property Sr. Specialist position at JCPenney?
Overview
The Legal Property Sr. Specialist works under the supervision of multiple attorneys, performs all legal assistance and/or paralegal functions related to the Company’s real estate portfolio and handles certain responsibilities in which the Sr Specialist exercises discretion and independent non-legal judgment with respect to matters of significance.
Responsibilities
Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.
For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page.
Pay Range
USD $57,000.00 - USD $95,000.00 /Yr.
The Legal Property Sr. Specialist works under the supervision of multiple attorneys, performs all legal assistance and/or paralegal functions related to the Company’s real estate portfolio and handles certain responsibilities in which the Sr Specialist exercises discretion and independent non-legal judgment with respect to matters of significance.
Responsibilities
- Gathers factual information relative to real estate issues, providing general assistance to attorneys, and prepares summaries of factual findings, legal research, and/or sequential and chronological events for attorneys.
- Evaluates incoming documentation and data relating to real estate issues, determines appropriate course of action to be taken and implements strategy after consultation with responsible attorney.
- Handles general inquiries relating to real estate matter status and/or acts in a liaison relationship within the organization to facilitate efficient workflow in legal matters or projects.
- Undertake basic legal work and prepare reports or draft correspondence or documents for attorney review.
- Maintains a thorough understanding of all aspects of the department’s work and its context in the organization as a whole, and maintains an awareness of, and stays up to date with changes in laws and procedures, specifically relating to the real estate practice area.
- Works with Property Development department regarding procedures, processes and/or projects related to legal matters, as required and appropriate to obtain information and data, and to ensure adherence to legal requirements.
- May provide back-up support to other Legal Associates.
- College degree or comparable paralegal experience and/or paralegal certificate from ABA accredited paralegal program is preferred.
- A minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in commercial real estate transactions.
- Knowledge of commercial real estate closing documents and procedures.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, multi-tasking, attention to detail, resourcefulness, and use of collaborative solutions in handling issues or tasks.
- Versatility in dealing with legal staff, clients, title companies and assignments.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook required; experience with iManage preferred.
Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Six iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.
For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page.
Pay Range
USD $57,000.00 - USD $95,000.00 /Yr.
Salary : $57,000 - $95,000