Legal Staff Paralegal in Raleigh, NC

Law Firm

Raleigh, NC

Legal Staff Paralegal in Raleigh, NC

Legal Staff

Min 3 yrs required

No

JOB TITLE: Paralegal – Commercial Real Estate

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Paralegal in the Commercial Real Estate sector is responsible for providing essential support to attorneys, particularly in the realm of commercial real estate transactions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Performing title searches and reviewing title commitments, policies, and related documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Ordering and analyzing surveys to assist in the assessment of property details.
- Drafting legal documents such as easements, deeds, and other pertinent real estate documents.
- Preparing and organizing comprehensive document packages for real estate closings.
- Assisting with zoning and land use submittals to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Coordinating with title insurance companies to facilitate the issuance of title commitments and policies.
- Reviewing and plotting legal descriptions to verify and confirm property boundaries.
- Coordinating post-closing activities to ensure all transaction details are accurately completed.
- Engaging in communication with clients, both orally and in writing, to provide updates and respond to inquiries.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE INFORMATION:

- A minimum of 3 years of recent experience as a paralegal in commercial real estate transactions is preferred, showcasing a depth of understanding and expertise in this legal area.
- Proficiency in using software such as Word, Excel, and DocuSign is required, indicating a need for technological adeptness in handling documents and communications.
- Familiarity with CourtLogic or other real estate-related software is essential, reflecting the technical skills needed to manage real estate transactions efficiently.
- The candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines, demonstrating the ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary, highlighting the importance of effective communication in this role.
- The role requires a self-starter who can take ownership of assignments and work products, indicating a need for initiative and independence in task management.

EDUCATION:

- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience is required, establishing a foundational level of education necessary for the role.
- Completion of an ABA-approved Paralegal course of study or North Carolina State Paralegal Certification is necessary, ensuring the candidate meets professional standards for paralegal work.

SALARY INFORMATION:

The text does not provide specific salary information for the Paralegal – Commercial Real Estate position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The law firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. It adheres to a policy of recruiting, hiring, training, developing, promoting, and compensating employees without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, or covered veteran status. This commitment underscores the firm’s dedication to inclusivity and equal opportunity in its employment practices.