Real Estate Paralegal
Strong commercial real estate experience in acquisitions and dispositions, secured lending and related title and survey expertise desired.
Reviewing and analyzing of title and survey issues.
Assisting in resolution and direct communication with title underwriters.
Preparation of closing documents and ancillary transactional documentation.
Participation in meetings and / or closings.
Organize & gather, summarize and index documents from various sources.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- 5-10+ years' experience in commercial real estate, preferably at mid to large law firm and / or national title insurance underwriter.
- Organizational skills to work independently and meet deadlines in fast-paced, complex transactional environment.
- Communication skills to interact with all levels of internal staff, attorneys and management and external clients of the firm.
- Analytical and critical thinking skills sufficient to make decisions regarding daily work.
- Time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
Required skills / abilities :
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be highly organized and detail-oriented
- Knowledge of legal terminology and real property law.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Ability to perform tasks utilizing legal office software such as document management and billing software. Experience in Coyote is a plus.
- Full proficiency with advanced, multifunction word processing software including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and PDF programs) and proficiency in Double Time and iManage
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
30+ days ago