Real Estate Legal Assistant

Solvo Global Careers; Mérida; A distancia; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading legal support firm in Mérida is seeking a Real Estate Legal Assistant to support attorneys in managing real estate files from contract to closing. The ideal candidate is organized and detail-oriented, with at least 2 years of experience in real estate law or legal support. Proficiency in MS Office and comfort working remotely with tools like Zoom and Slack are essential. This role allows for flexible work arrangements.

Formación

• 2 years of experience in real estate law or legal support involving real estate transactions for US companies.
• Proficiency with practice management tools.
• Comfortable working remotely with secure file-sharing platforms.

Responsabilidades

• Open and manage real estate files, tracking all key deadlines.
• Draft, format, and revise correspondence and legal documents.
• Coordinate with clients, title companies, lenders, and brokers.

Conocimientos

Written communication skills in English (B2+)

Verbal communication skills in English (B2+)

Deadline management

Herramientas

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

DocuSign

Zoom

Slack

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

We’re seeking a Real Estate Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in managing real estate files from contract to closing.

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, capable of handling multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Open and manage real estate files, tracking all key deadlines (attorney review, inspection, mortgage contingency, etc.).
• Draft, format, and revise correspondence and legal documents (e.g., contract riders, estoppel certificates, tax prorations, post-closing escrows).
• Coordinate with clients, title companies, lenders, and brokers.
• Order and review title commitments, payoffs, municipal transfer stamps, and HOA documents.
• Assist attorneys with settlement statements and closing preparation.
• Monitor and update checklists, calendars, and file status reports.
• Manage e-signatures, client portals, and secure document transmission.
• Perform administrative support tasks (scheduling, file organization, light billing, or data entry).

💡 Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (B2+).
• 2 years of experience in real estate law or legal support involving real estate transactions for US companies.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign, and practice management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Comfortable working remotely with tools like Zoom, Slack, and secure file‑sharing platforms.