Hybrid Paralegal

New York City office (midtown) of national law firm is seeking an independent, personable, and detailed Paralegal to support our attorneys and clients on Real Estate matters from commencement to resolution. As a contributing team member, the Paralegal is pro-active in balancing multiple work demands, taking personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of their work and maintaining client and firm confidentiality. The Paralegal maintains a professional demeanor and focus and seeks to maximize team contribution and minimize disruptions to the workday. This role has a hybrid working arrangement. Potential candidates must live within commuting distance of the New York City office to be in the office 3 days per week. In this role, you will report to the Director of Paralegal Services.

Job Function

• Manage all aspects of title, survey, zoning, and ancillary diligence matters.
• Coordinate and manage real estate acquisition, disposition, and financing closings.
• Order and review UCC lien searches and handle financing statement filings.
• Assist attorneys in the drafting, reviewing, and proofing of various legal documents, such as closing documents, certificates, opinion letters.
• Experience and proficiency in the preparation of New York Deeds in connection with the transfer of properties for estate planning and distribution matters.
• Knowledge of and experience with the New York City ACRIS system.
• Prepare post-transaction closing binders.
• Prepare corporate/company organizational documentation and manage requisite state filings and obtaining requisite secretary of state certificates.
• Collaborate directly with attorneys and clients in connection with real estate and commercial finance transactions.
  
  
  

Job Requirements

• 5 years of paralegal experience, specifically in real estate.
• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience in a legal environment or professional services required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications.
  
  
  

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

ITSLS

34132