The Real Estate Legal Support Specialist will support attorneys working on complex commercial real estate transactions and closings. This is a full time position (40 hours per week); candidates should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Assists attorneys in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions from contracts and loan commitments through closing and post-closing.
Assists with commercial real estate due diligence, including title and survey reviews, title objection letters, lease reviews, municipal lien searches, and UCC, judgment, litigation and lien searches.
Prepares organizational documents and assist in entity formation.
Prepares closing checklists, critical dates timelines, title commitments, title policies, closing statements, title and other affidavits, entity authorizations, customary closing documentation, etc.
Responsible for closing binders and assist with other aspects of the transactions as needed, both locally and nationally.
Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff.
Ability to be a proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context.
Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability and ability to learn new technology quickly.
Excellent client service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision.
Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
Education & Prior Experience
Minimum of 10 years' experience in Commercial Real Estate as a paralegal in a medium to large sized law firm, commercial title insurance company or other professional services environment.
Bachelor’s Degree and Paralegal Certification preferred; equivalent experience considered.
Technology
Proficiency with WebAtids, DisplaySoft and Propel programs preferred
Proficiency using Windows-based software and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required