Real Estate Paralegal

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