Legal Coordinator – McKinley Homes in Norcross, Georgia at McKinley Homes

About McKinley Homes
McKinley Homes is a fast-growing real estate development and construction company committed to building high-quality communities throughout the Southeast. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Coordinator to join our team. This role supports our leadership team across a wide range of real estate and litigation matters.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation Support

• Assist in managing litigation files, including construction defect claims, vendor disputes, and insurance-related matters.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, track case deadlines, and maintain updated case calendars.
• Prepare, organize, and review legal documents, pleadings, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• Collect, analyze, and organize evidence and project records for ongoing or potential litigation.

Real Estate & Development

• Support preparation and review of real estate documents, including purchase agreements, easements, leases, closing packages, and title commitments.
• Coordinate with internal teams, lenders, and closing attorneys to facilitate timely closings on land acquisitions and dispositions.
• Maintain organized files and databases for real estate transactions, permits, and project documentation.
• Research property records, zoning ordinances, and land use regulations as needed.

General Legal Support

• Draft routine agreements, letters, notices, and internal memos.
• Assist with corporate governance tasks, including maintaining company records, operating agreements, and licenses.
• Support compliance, risk management, and insurance processes.
• Help manage document retention, filing systems, and company contract archives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in litigation, real estate, or construction.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures, document preparation, and case management.
• Experience working with real estate closings, title matters, or development-related documentation is highly preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with document management systems a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys, executives, and project teams.
• Paralegal certificate or associate degree preferred; bachelor’s degree required.