Real Estate Paralegal

Real Estate Paralegal

Real Estate Paralegal

Category

Paralegals

Location

NY

Employment Type

Permanent

Salary

$74000 - $97000



Job Description:


Responsibilities

Essential Functions:  

  • Order and review title/survey documents, review leases, and prepare abstract summaries
  • Participate in closings (ranging from small single-site closings to large multi-site, multi-state, multi-million dollar closings)
  • Experience in commercial real estate finance transactions
  • Participate in/assist with managing due diligence document reviews
  • Coordinate the recordation of mortgages and other documents
  • Prepare and file UCC statements
  • Coordinate post-closing distributions and other post-closing work including the preparation of closing sets for all involved parties;
  • Assist associates with closing checklists and preparation of post-closing document files;
  • Prepare and coordinate filing of organizational documents including EINS, Certificates of Formation, local applications of authority, etc.

 


Job Requirements:

Qualifications

Education/Training/Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field. A paralegal certificate from ABA approved paralegal program is a plus

 

Professional Experience:

  • 3+ years of experience

 

Technical Skills:  

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

 

Performance Traits:  

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
  • Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
  • Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
  • Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
  • Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgment  
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
  • Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
  • Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills