What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Paralegal position at Cobb Hammett Law Firm?
OVERVIEW
The Real Estate Paralegal position is responsible for ensuring all transaction closings are packaged, prepared, and delivered in an accurate, timely and professional manner. The Real Estate Paralegal processes real estate settlements including purchase money, refinance, commercial and additional loan products. This position reports directly to the Real Estate Division Manager.
REQUIREMENTS
- Associate's degree in paralegal studies, or equivalent. Real estate focus preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years' experience as a real estate paralegal.
- Extensive knowledge of real estate documents, contracts, applications, and submissions.
- Competency in legal project management software, such as Qualia.
- Superb organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to be deadline sensitive and able to manage multiple priorities to meet commitments without sacrificing quality.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assess and prepare contracts, lease agreements, and closing documents.
- Review financing options, lending requirements, title affidavits, and bankruptcy claims.
- Facilitate communication between property owners, landlords, clients, and lawyers.
- Answer client questions and escalate serious concerns.
- Conduct research and distribute real estate documents.
- Analyze title documents and legal descriptions of property.
- Document processes, maintain hard copy files and electronic records.
- Keep clients informed of progress made with real estate applications.
- Submit accurate legal documents in a timely manner.
All other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000