Senior Real Estate Paralegal

This position is entirely onsite and comes with an attractive salary along with a great benefits package.

Our client, a well-regarded legal firm, is seeking to add a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to their team in Baton Rouge, LA.

This role will involve providing full-time support to a group of attorneys within the Business practice group by handling various substantive legal tasks under their guidance.

The perfect candidate will possess solid technology skills, a strong work ethic, and keen attention to detail, along with a good grasp of real estate, contracts, and transactional law.

Job Summary :

This law firm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Real Estate Paralegal to join our distinguished team. As a key member of the firm, you will assist with all aspects of complex commercial real estate and corporate transactions.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the real estate landscape and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail in managing both pre- and post-closing processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist with the preparation of disbursement statements, closing documents, and title policies for commercial real estate transactions.
• Demonstrate experience in all stages of the pre- and post-closing process for commercial real estate and finance transactions.
• Communicate effectively with various parties to ensure seamless and efficient closings.
• Order titles, conduct title reviews, prepare title commitments, obtain payoff letters, submit title requirements to lenders, organize loan documents, balance closed files, disburse funds accordingly, and issue final title policies.
• Analyze title documents along with real property legal descriptions and surveys to mitigate risks for clients.
• Coordinate with outside title companies and law firms concerning title insurance policy issues while ensuring satisfaction of closing conditions.
• Address post-closing matters effectively; oversee the preparation of comprehensive closing binders.
• Draft UCC financing statements as necessary.

Qualifications and Skills Required :

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. A four-year college degree and / or a certificate in paralegal studies is preferred.
• Significant prior experience may be substituted for a combination of the educational requirements.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of paralegal experience, specifically in commercial real estate legal matters is required.
• Must have a high level of computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office Software Suite and a working knowledge of document management systems.
• Ability to utilize current technology effectively is required; experience using electronic resources and support software is strongly preferred.
• Excellent time management capabilities, strong organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and proficient proofreading skills are essential.

What's in it for you? Our client value their employees’ contributions and provide an array of benefits that reflect this commitment :

• Competitive salaries
• Profit sharing opportunity
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health FSA (Medical Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability plans
• Pre-Tax Parking options
• Holiday bonuses
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Employee Assistance Program
• In addition to these benefits, this firm foster a supportive culture that encourages professional growth.

PLEASE NOTE : All interviews and applications are kept confidential.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. UCare Staffing, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class.

We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.