Paralegal

Gardner Capital is seeking a high-performing and driven full time Paralegal to provide legal support to the Office of General Counsel in Clayton, MO. Gardner Capital is an affordable housing and renewable energy developer, investor, and tax credit syndicator with a nationwide presence. Gardner Capital is committed to improving families’ well-being through the provision of quality, affordable housing and clean reliable solar-generated electricity.

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Paralegal position include, but are not limited to:

- Assist in reviewing and organizing real estate titles, surveys, contracts, and closing documents

- Help prepare and maintain legal documents, including corporate resolutions and entity agreements

- Organize, maintain, and file legal documents, corporate records, and electronic files

- Support the submission and maintenance of tax identification numbers (EINs) for corporate entities

- Manage and coordinate executive signature requests and the distribution of executed documents

- Perform legal research and provide general support on various projects

- Assist with litigation management, including document organization, coordination with outside counsel, and tracking deadlines

- Support the preparation of discovery responses, assemble exhibits, and help manage document production

- Assist with due diligence and documentation for various corporate and real estate transactions

- Provide general administrative support to the Office of General Counsel, including scheduling meetings and preparing reports

Preferred Qualities:

- Excellent communication skills

- Self-motivation and a sense of urgency

- General computer skills – proficiency with MS Office is necessary

- Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail

- Ability to prioritize conflicting needs

- Very strong interpersonal skills

- Ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including internal staff and external partners.

- A strong work ethic and diligence in follow-through

Education/Experience

- Bachelor’s Degree (required)

- Paralegal experience (preferred)

- Experience and interest in real estate, affordable housing, and renewable energy (preferred)

Salary

- $70,000-77,000

Employee Benefits

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Job Type

- Full-time

- In-person

- Location: St. Louis, MO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $77,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person