Residential Real Estate Paralegal

POSITION SUMMARY:Under the supervision of one or more attorneys, the paralegal will perform a variety of legal duties for the assigned department. Assignments will include both billable and non‑billable matters. The work performed requires knowledge of basic legal concepts, principles, real estate, and finance related terminology and practices, use of legal reference material, and law office procedures. Skills required include the ability to reason logically, analyze situations, recommend an effective course of action, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, draft documents, manage multiple assignments/projects to completion, obtain and report information received through research and investigation.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Review and draft real estate documents, such as deeds, leases, assignments, promissory notes etc. for residential condominium transactionsCommunicate directly with attorneys, clients, outside counsel and vendors on active matters as necessary to resolve issues and keep projects on trackPrepare title insurance commitments and policiesPrepare and organize closing documents for execution and circulationAttend and participate in closingsTrack, follow-up and record post-closing documentsObtain/search land records, property information and history from various County’s on-line recordsKnowledge/understanding title commitment and policiesPossess and maintain extensive understanding of Real Estate Paralegal work for residential transactionsAbility to work on multiple residential closings on condominium projects at the same timeProvide cross-office supportAbility to work standard business hours and overtime to support the practice groupKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Knowledge/understanding of real estate documents and execution and recording complianceExcellent communication skills, both written and oralAbility to maintain professional relationships with firm attorneys, opposing counsel, clients, firm management, peers and outside vendors, such as title companies and engineering firmsMust be proactive, detail-oriented, organized and demonstrate initiative on a consistent basisMust have ability to multi-task, problem solve and organizeMust be flexible, demonstrating the ability to adapt easily to a fast-paced working environmentMust be able to keep client matters confidentialMust have a professional and pleasant demeanor when communicating with clients, attorneys and third parties associated with transactionsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Real Estate paralegal in a law firmExperience in a large law firm environment or extensive real estate experience preferredParalegal certificate preferredAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field a plusMust be proficient in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookMust be proficient in use of DoubleTime or other equivalent software for residential transactionsLegal project management experience a plusADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Individual in this position will provide additional assistance and support as directed by their supervisor.Must be available to work overtime including evenings and weekends, as necessaryThis job description is subject to change at any time.