District of Columbia, United States · Remote Solely
$45/hr–$50/hr
Mid level
Landlord-Tenant Paralegal We are a real estate development and property management company seeking an experienced Landlord-Tenant Paralegal to support our in-house legal and compliance function across our residential por…
Skills: Legal Drafting, Case Management, DC Housing Law, Rent Control Compliance, Service Of Process
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · On-site
$25/hr–$28/hr
Mid level
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$45/hr–$50/hr
Full-time
associate degree, professional certificate, bachelor degree
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, DC-observed Holidays, Profit-sharing
Posted 11d ago
~40 hrs/week
Remote in Maryland, United States, Virginia, United States, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Responsibilities
Manage the legal and collections process for a residential portfolio, from issuing notices to obtaining judgments. Coordinate with property managers and outside counsel while ensuring compliance with DC housing laws and rent control regulations.
Requirements
Requires an associate's degree or paralegal certificate with at least 2 years of experience in landlord-tenant or real estate law. Strong knowledge of DC Superior Court procedures and local housing regulations is highly preferred.
Full job description
Landlord-Tenant Paralegal
We are a real estate development and property management company seeking an experienced Landlord-Tenant Paralegal to support our in-house legal and compliance function across our residential portfolio in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. This role works closely with property managers and outside counsel to manage the legal and collections process from notice through judgment, while using our proprietary software to manage the case load. The ideal candidate has experience with DC Superior Court's Landlord and Tenant Branch, is comfortable managing a high volume of matters across multiple properties and understands the procedural steps specific to DC housing law.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, issue, and serve notices to quit, notices to cure or vacate, and other pre-litigation notices using out proprietary software and in compliance with DC Code and DC Municipal Regulations
Track notice periods, case deadlines, court dates, and statute of limitations across the portfolio using our case management system
Coordinate service of process and confirm compliance with DC-specific service requirements
Communicate with process servers, attorney's, and the DC government agencies as needed
Prepare exhibits, ledgers, and documentation packages for hearings, mediations, and trials
Monitor portfolio-wide compliance with DC's rent control regulations, requirements, and legislative updates
Monitor tenant files, correspondence logs, and notice/filing records for each property
Serve as a liaison between property managers, regional managers, tenants, and outside counsel on legal and compliance matters
Support hearing preparation, including scheduling, witness/property manager coordination
Research DC landlord-tenant statutes, regulations, and case law and translate findings into guidance for the property management team
Stay current on changes to DC housing law and help train property management staff on compliance updates
Qualifications
Associate's degree or paralegal certificate required; Bachelor's degree preferred
2+ years of paralegal experience in landlord-tenant, real estate, or housing law (DC experience strongly preferred)
Working knowledge of DC Superior Court Landlord and Tenant Branch procedures and local rules
Familiarity with DC rent control and eviction-related regulations
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-volume caseload with competing deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Compensation & Benefits
$40 - $45 an hour
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and DC-observed holidays
Potential for profit-sharing
Fully remote position
Related keywords
Landlord-Tenant LawDC Superior CourtReal Estate DevelopmentProperty ManagementNotices To QuitRent ControlEviction RegulationsCase Management SoftwareLegal ComplianceDC CodeDC Municipal RegulationsLitigation Support
Founded in 2003, NOVO Properties is a multifamily owner, developer, asset and property management organization headquartered on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
NOVO currently manages a portfolio of approximately 2,000 apartment homes throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, Chicago, and the city of Cambridge on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
At NOVO, we’re forging a new and better path in the multifamily and commercial real estate investment space. Our focus is to strategically acquire, develop, and manage existing multifamily and mixed-use assets and infill development sites within targeted urban and suburban markets.
We strive to be a best-in-class owner and operator in every project we pursue. With a forward-looking approach, disciplined due diligence and underwriting, and decades of experience producing favorable outcomes, we are positioned to produce value for our strategic partners, residents, and the surrounding community.
Offices: 519 11th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003, US
Founded in 2003, NOVO Properties is a multifamily owner, developer, asset and property management organization headquartered on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.
NOVO currently manages a portfolio of approximately 2,000 apartment homes throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, Chicago, and the city of Cambridge on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
At NOVO, we’re forging a new and better path in the multifamily and commercial real estate investment space. Our focus is to strategically acquire, develop, and manage existing multifamily and mixed-use assets and infill development sites within targeted urban and suburban markets.
We strive to be a best-in-class owner and operator in every project we pursue. With a forward-looking approach, disciplined due diligence and underwriting, and decades of experience producing favorable outcomes, we are positioned to produce value for our strategic partners, residents, and the surrounding community.
Offices: 519 11th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003, US