Legal Assistant

WizeHire, Inc; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern real estate law firm is seeking a Bilingual Legal Assistant to support their growing practice in Lewes. The role involves coordinating real estate closings, assisting with corporate filings, and ensuring exceptional client service in Spanish and English. Candidates need strong organizational skills and a commitment to confidentiality. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including PTO and medical insurance.

Benefits

3 Weeks PTO

Paid Holidays

Employer-Sponsored Medical Insurance

Flexible In-Office Schedule

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in Spanish and English (written and verbal) – required.
• Prior experience in a law firm, title company, or real estate office preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys and paralegals in legal transaction files.
• Communicate with clients and schedule closings.
• Draft and proofread legal documents in both languages.
• Manage data entry and maintain client records.
• Provide bilingual client service throughout transactions.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Tools

Qualia

Practice Panther

Job description

Overview

Are you fluent in Spanish and English and interested in building your career in real estate law? L. Echevarría Attorneys at Law is seeking a Bilingual Legal Assistant to support our growing transactional law practice in Lewes, DE. In this role, you’ll coordinate real estate closings, assist with corporate filings, and ensure every client receives exceptional service in both languages.

You’ll be a vital part of a collaborative, fast-paced team helping clients buy homes, establish businesses, and finalize transactions with confidence. If you’re organized, proactive, and ready to grow in a professional law firm environment, we’d love to meet you.

Compensation

Salary: $40,000 – $45,000 annually (Depending on experience)

Benefits: 3 Weeks PTO (15 days), Paid Holidays, Employer-Sponsored Medical Insurance, and a Flexible In-Office Schedule

Opportunities for professional growth in a modern, bilingual real estate law practice

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys and paralegals in preparing and organizing real estate and business transaction files.
• Communicate with clients, lenders, real estate agents, and title companies to schedule closings and collect required documents.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents in both English and Spanish.
• Manage data entry in Qualia and Practice Panther; maintain client and property records accurately.
• Assist with payoff requests, settlements, and post-closing tasks such as document scanning and file completion.
• Provide bilingual client service and ensure all parties are informed throughout the transaction process.
• Participate in occasional community events or marketing activities that strengthen client relationships.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual in Spanish and English (written and verbal) — required.
• Prior experience in a law firm, title company, or real estate office preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic CRM or database systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Friendly and professional demeanor with a commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.

About the Firm

We are a modern Real Estate and Corporate transactional law firm ready to meet clients and close deals (in both English and Spanish) in our offices in Lewes and Milford or the offices of Realtors and Loan Officers throughout the State of Delaware.

L. Echevarria, Attorneys at Law, was established in January 2023 as the only modern Law Firm offering fluent real estate transactions in Spanish and English without a translator. Fully owned by a Hispanic attorney, the firm provides professional legal services in real estate, corporate governance, and contracts in Delaware. We pride ourselves on giving clients the ‘keys to their future’ either by conducting their commercial and residential real estate transactions or planning and establishing the legal structure of their business.

This position is being filled through the Ciprani Consulting hiring process. For confirmation of the role and more information about the process, please visit cipraniconsulting.com.