Real Estate Paralegal

English, Lucas, Priest, and Owsley, LLP is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join our Bowling Green, KY office.

ELPO Law has served Bowling Green and the surrounding areas of the Commonwealth of Kentucky for over 50 years. As the largest, full-service law firm in the region, we are looking for a candidate who has at least 7 years of experience. This Paralegal position will assist attorneys in our Real Estate group.

Hourly rate based on experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:·

• Review and prepare general correspondence, mortgages, deeds, assignment of leases and rents, etc.
• Review purchase and sale contracts
• Review, request, and order mortgage payoffs, etc.
• Record important dates and maintain files
• Organize closing funds
• Calendar all critical dates and contingencies
• Prepare a closing checklist, which includes outlining critical dates and the responsibilities of all parties
• Coordinate closing with all parties in the transaction, including the buyer, sellers, title insurance company, opposing counsel, and lender
• Prepare closing documents, closing reports, and accounts
• Conduct a title search and prepare title opinions and commitments
• Review and analyze the survey
• Record all required real estate documents, and when recorded, perform follow up title clearing, remit title insurance and forward documents to proper parties
• Obtain and prepare corporate documents, including authorization of the applicable parties to purchase/sell
• Conduct public record searches of parties, including judgment, tax liens, and UCC filings
• Obtain closing figures from the bank and prorate amounts for real and property taxes, utilities, and rent

Required Knowledge, Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion
• Self-motivated to accomplish tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Knowledge of other software used in a legal office (e.g., DocuSign, DM, Juris, etc.)

Education and Experience:

• At least 7 years of experience as a real estate paralegal required
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal studies or related field preferred
• Paralegal certificate preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

ELPO Law provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person