Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

A multi-office, multi-state law firm seeks a talented Paralegal to help support the real estate and transactional practice group in our DC office.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefit plan which includes, but is not limited to, employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance and supplemental insurance options; generous paid-time-off plan; potential for year-end bonus and profit sharing; 401(k) with employer match; paid-parking; business-casual work environment and “jeans-Friday”. The firm is also an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse work force.

Essential Responsibilities:

· Responsible for assisting attorneys with real estate closings from start to finish and have fundamental understanding of title insurance commitments and surveys for commercial real estate closings

· Reviewing title and survey materials, preparing title survey objections letter and coordinating with title companies and surveyors in resolving title and survey objections

· Ordering third party services and coordinate with service providers to real estate transactions, related to surveys, zoning reports, environmental site assessments, property condition reports, permit reports, and appraisals

· Basic understanding of tenancy laws and can prepare dees

· Assisting with the preparation of due diligence checklists and review of due diligence items

· Reviewing closing documents

· Researching UCC filings and corporate documents

· Preparing closing document packages for clients

· Preparing/drafting closing document transcripts

· Preparing/drafting recordable documents for filing or recording

· Conducting general internet research

· Completing general post-closing tasks

· Assisting with formation and registration of entities, acquisition of federal employment identification numbers and related tasks

· Under the supervision of an attorney, drafting, editing, cite-checking and otherwise assisting in the preparation of loan, purchase, sale, loan servicing and ancillary documents

· Overall support to the real estate and transactions group

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Can electronically record deeds in Simpli-file

· Has used MD and DC deed recording electronic systems

· Detail oriented with strong organization and time management skills

· Aptitude and willingness to work on complex procedures

· Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate potentially detailed and complex information to others

· Ability to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously and willingness to work extra hours as needed

· Problem solving, analytical and research skills

· Motivated self-started with a positive attitude

· Willingness to work both independently and as a part of a team in a deadline-driven environment

· Commitment to professional growth and development

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and aptitude for quickly learning various other programs

Education/Job Experience Requirements:

· Experienced real estate paralegal with 2-5 years desired

Please forward your cover letter including salary requirements resume in Word or PDF format.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,173.00 - $83,779.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Washington, DC 20005 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20005

Salary : $77,173 - $83,779