Stephen Sexton
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal with 5+ years of experience in corporate, tax, and real estate law. Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads, assist in complex transactions, and provide strategic legal support to attorneys and in-house counsel. Holds a Paralegal Certificate, B.A. Business Communications, and double minors in Business and Business Technology. Skilled in document drafting, legal research, entity management, and cross-functional coordination in hybrid legal environments. Passionate about delivering accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
Detail-oriented Legal Associate with 3+ years in supporting company with compliance and paperwork related to tax audit reviews and activities. Stayed current on relevant legislation and communicated changes to affected parties quickly and effectively. Trained lower management on legal requirements and assisted in developing effective compliance policies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Associate II
Alliantgroup, LP
10.2021 - Current
- Supported multiple attorneys and legal directors with federal and local tax audits.
- Maintained legal correspondence for numerous client cases and communication with the IRS and state audit divisions.
- Maintained legal correspondence, contract review and preparation, tracked filing deadlines, and filed documentation with local and state authorities.
- Conducted research for tax regulations and property law updates relevant to ongoing tax bill passing's.
- Prepared for numerous and engaged with client communication, legal correspondence, and internal reports for upper management review.
Assistance Real Estate Manager
Sun Com Mobile, LLC
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Prepared monthly financial reports on property performance for owners and stakeholders.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to property management.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, leases, maintenance requests, and service contracts.
- Met with clients to negotiate management and service contracts, determine priorities and discuss financial and operational status of properties.
- Negotiated property contracts on behalf of owners.
- Informed tenants and property owners regarding taxes and lease expiration dates.
- Established rent pricing strategies that aligned with market trends while maximizing profitability.
- Negotiated lease agreements with prospective tenants to maximize occupancy rates.
Paralegal
Archer Systems
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop litigation strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
- Ensure legal documents are properly archived and accessible through internal systems.
- Draft and maintain corporate governance documents, resolutions, and compliance filings.
- Maintained calendar of important deadlines related to cases and ensured timely filing of all required documents.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication
University Name of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas05-2016
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Rice University
Houston, TX08-2017
Skills
- Corporate Governance & Entity Management
- Tax Law & Regulatory Compliance
- Real Estate Transactions & Closing Support
- Contract Drafting & Review
- Legal Research & Writing
- Due Diligence & Document Management
- Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign proficient
- Legal Software (eg, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Sales Force, business software – customize based on your experience)
- Confidential File Management
- Cross-functional Communication with attorney's, clients, and federal or local taxing authorities
Certification
- Paralegal Certification
- Texas Notary
Timeline
Legal Associate II
Alliantgroup, LP
10.2021 - Current
Assistance Real Estate Manager
Sun Com Mobile, LLC
03.2020 - 10.2021
Paralegal
Archer Systems
06.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication
University Name of Texas At San Antonio
Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Rice University
Paralegal Certification
Received Paralegal Certification from Rice University.
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