What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Real Estate Paralegal position at JP Firm?
Description
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking a full-time, experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal for our Tampa office. Candidates must have five (5) years of demonstrated experience as a commercial real estate paralegal in a law firm.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, a competitive wage, and a team-driven work environment.
Requirements
Position Overview
Candidates must be able to manage the full spectrum of real estate paralegal responsibilities related to complex commercial real estate transactions. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the tasks described below, as well as supporting the Firm’s Commercial Real Estate and Finance Practice Groups.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate due diligence for a variety of large commercial and residential real estate transactions.
- Order and review title commitments, exception documents, and surveys.
- Administer contract critical dates and prepare and manage closing checklists.
- Assist with and coordinate closings, including the review and/or preparation of conveyance documents, closing statements, transfer tax forms, and escrow release documentation.
- Attend to post-closing requirements, including the preparation of closing indices, organizing closing binders, and monitoring post-closing deliveries and other requirements.
- Prepare correspondence and memoranda.
- Prepare lease and loan document abstracts.
- Review and summarize UCC, judgment, tax, and other lien searches.
- Draft and review business and real estate contracts.
- Review surveys.
- Prepare and file a variety of documents, including deeds, mortgages, memoranda of leases, UCC financing statements, etc.
Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to quickly learn other programs. Experience in iManage and Aderant is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Effective problem-solving, analytical, and research skills.
- Attention to detail with strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and work extra hours as needed.
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a deadline-driven environment.
Educational/Job Experience Requirements:
- Florida Registered Paralegal preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- At least five (5) years of relevant experience as a commercial real estate paralegal.
Office Location: Tampa, FL
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, including applicable laws in Florida. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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