Senior Paralegal - Real Estate

7-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Education
Required
Associate Degree
Preferred
Bachelor Degree
Other Information

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations. We are currently seeking a Senior Paralegal with experience in real estate law to join our team in our Austin, Texas office.

The Senior Paralegal will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of real estate transactions, including due diligence, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and coordinating with clients and other parties involved in the transaction. This position requires a high level of experience and independent judgement, as well as strong client management skills.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a dynamic and inclusive work environment where teamwork, collaboration, and innovation are valued. If you are a motivated professional with a strong background in real estate law and are looking for a long-term fit with a reputable and growing law firm, we encourage you to apply to our Senior Paralegal position.

Job Title: Senior Paralegal - Real Estate
Location: Austin, Texas
Department: Real Estate
Experience: 7-10 years
Education: Associate degree (preferred Bachelor's degree)
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties and Responsibilities:

Draft due diligence checklists and manage due diligence process with third parties.
Review and comment on title and survey, and coordinate with title companies and surveyors.
Draft and review purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan agreements, promissory notes, security agreements, mortgages/deeds of trusts, and other ancillary loan documents.
Draft or review organizational documents, such as articles of organization, operating agreements, and qualification documents.
Draft or review shareholder and board consents, and officer's certificates.
Conduct and review UCC judgment and lien searches at federal, state, and county levels.
Organize, distribute, and compile all signature pages for closings.
Interface directly with clients and other business parties to coordinate due diligence, closing, and funding.
Manage and oversee the preparation and distribution of closing binders and other post-closing deliverables.
Provide training and mentoring to Paralegals and Paralegal Assistants.
Exercise independent judgement and discretion in managing client team activities.
Stay informed of developments in the paralegal industry and share information with colleagues through informal communication or firm-sponsored training.
Meet billable hour requirement of 1600 hours per year.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 7-10 years of experience as a real estate paralegal.
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved program or equivalent education and training.
Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task efficiently, and think independently.
Strong client management skills and ability to provide exceptional service.
Highly organized and able to prioritize workflow and manage projects.
Ability to work effectively with little or no supervision and within established time limits and ongoing deadlines.

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Bold Headlines:

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Real Estate Paralegal for Senior Position in Austin, Texas

Join Our Team and Be a Part of a Diverse, Inclusive, and Innovative Firm Culture

Manage Real Estate Transactions and Work Directly with Clients in Our Senior Paralegal Role

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package Offered at Growing Law Firm

Apply Now and Make a Long-Term Career at Husch Blackwell

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.

None specified.

Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, professional development opportunities, employee assistance program, wellness program, on-site gym, commuter benefits, and more.

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Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in any field and one year or more of comparable training.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying through the firm's website or email.

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