Overview
Hornet Capital is a private money lender led by an ex-F18 Fighter Pilot. Our team, investors, and partners are united in leaving a mark that outlives us. Through shared purpose and commitment, we foster not just growth but a story of collective achievement that will echo for generations. Go Navy, Beat Army!
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for a sharp, organized, and proactive Real Estate Paralegal to be the legal compass guiding our property transactions, document generation and review, litigation prep, and compliance efforts. Want to help us build smarter, safer, and more strategic real estate deals? Apply now and let’s make legal magic happen.
Start Date:
As soon as possible
Salary:
$90k - $120k per year
Paid Monthly by the 1st, W2
Location:
Lakeway, TX
Shift:
9am – 5pm weekdays
Benefits:
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Discretionary Time Off (DTO) - as-needed, as-reasonable
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Medical, Dental, Vision (United Healthcare & Beam)
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Life Insurance (Beam)
Who YOU are
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5+ years of experience in real estate law, title, or transactions in Texas
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Paralegal certification or equivalent hands-on legal document experience
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel (bonus points for template wizardry)
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Exceptional organizational skills—think “organize the chaos”
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Ability to self-direct, build systems, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
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Strong communication skills and a knack for translating legal jargon into actionable insights
Competencies
Acute attention to detail
Grok legalese
Obsession for organization and process
Tech savvy
Self-direction
Collaborative
Why You'll Love It Here
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You’ll be a cornerstone of our legal operations, not just a cog in the machine.
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You’ll help shape processes and infrastructure from the ground up.
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Your insights will directly influence how we manage legal risk and grow our business.
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Your voice matters—we value collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning.
Key Responsibilities
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Decode the Legal Matrix:
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Review operating agreements and corporate docs to determine who can sign what, when, and how.
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Draft with Precision:
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Maintain and create affidavits, loan docs, and other legal templates with clarity and confidence.
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Master of Dates & Requirements:
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Build and maintain systems to track key dates, obligations, and accountability across all legal agreements.
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Agreement Whisperer:
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Analyze purchase and sale agreements, lienholder consents, intercreditor agreements, and more to ensure lender and collateral protections.
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Code Keeper:
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Stay current on Texas Property and Finance Codes, UCC filings, and case law updates. You’ll be our go-to for interpreting legalese.
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Legal Liaison:
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Often, we'll need to consult outside counsel. You know who to call and what to ask.
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Zoning & Entitlement Sleuth:
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Help assess floodplain jurisdiction, zoning rules, and other entitlement traps throughout Texas to guide what can be built and where.
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Out-of-State Explorer:
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Occasionally assist with out-of-state matters, including finding local counsel and researching foreclosure timelines.
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Legal Educator:
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Create frameworks and training for internal team members to become second-eyes reviewers.
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Title & Survey Detective:
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Dive into title and survey reviews to support the lending team and REO analysis.
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Collaborator Extraordinaire:
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Work closely with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to keep everything legally sound and strategically aligned.
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Ready to Join the Mission?
If you're excited about what we're building at Hornet Capital and think you’ve got what it takes, we want to hear from you!
Send us your resume and anything else you think we should see or know and let's start a conversation!