The HT Group is seeking a highly detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys and land development teams in matters related to annexations, boundary adjustments, and the formation of special-purpose districts. This role plays a key part in facilitating legal processes that enable governmental entities to expand or modify jurisdictional boundaries and finance public infrastructure through bonds and taxation. The ideal candidate will have experience with legal document preparation, regulatory compliance, and coordination with public agencies, along with a foundational understanding of real estate and property-related documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research and review legal and property-related documents to gather and verify information
- Draft legal documents, correspondence, and supporting materials for attorney review
- Monitor active matters, track progress, and follow up on outstanding items to ensure timely completion
- Prepare and submit filings, requests, and documentation to appropriate agencies
- Review ownership records, title commitments, lien reports, and related property documentation
- Assist with matters involving annexations, exclusions, land substitutions, and other boundary changes
- Support compliance with statutory and regulatory filing requirements
- Coordinate with governmental entities including county offices, appraisal districts, and regulatory agencies
- Collaborate with internal legal teams, external vendors, engineers, surveyors, and financial stakeholders
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 5+ years of professional experience, preferably in a legal or related environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
- Experience working with legal documentation and filings
- Familiarity with real estate documents, legal descriptions, or entity formation documents is a plus
All qualified candidates please apply above, or email their resume to michelle.almendarez@thehtgroup.com