What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Paralegal position at Law Office of J Chris Huff, PC?
We are a small law firm seeking an to fulfill the responsibilities associated with supporting attorney with residential and commercial real estate transactions.
The candidate will be someone who is responsible, detail-oriented, organized, motivated, great communicator with interpersonal skills and has the ability to manage a file from initial contact through closing. This would include: preparing contracts, including lease or rental agreements and closing documents; facilitating communication between the lawyers for buyer and seller and Realtors; preparing title reports and title insurance applications; preparing legal descriptions of land; drafting documents, such as correspondence; investigative tasks; completion of forms; deed preparation; preparation of HUD/CDs; updating title and recording; overseeing payoffs and file follow up.
Qualified individuals will have the ability to communicate with clients, other law offices, registry and court personnel. The individual must understand and respect not only the privacy of an individual, but understand and implement nondisclosure of personal information and attorney-client privileged information.
This is a full-time position to begin immediately. Benefits include sick leave, vacation days, paid holidays, 401(k) and health insurance. Monetary compensation will be determined based on experience.
Microsoft Office Suite experience is required. Paralegal Certification is preferred. Candidates must have a thorough working knowledge of Outlook for sending/receiving emails, Word for preparing correspondence, and SoftPro for the real estate closing process. Candidates should have the ability to review a file’s contents and identify the information necessary to complete forms and templates. Calendar maintenance along with an ability to meet court and client deadlines is essential. Experience using SoftPro is preferred.
Join us in making a difference through your expertise as a Paralegal!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.07 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Wilmington, NC 28403 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wilmington, NC 28403: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $25