Legal Assistant (Real Estate)

Kirton McConkie PC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirton McConkie PC in Salt Lake City is seeking a diligent Legal Assistant for its Real Estate Section. The role supports attorneys with advanced legal tasks and coordinates document preparation related to acquisition, ownership, and development of real property.

Ideal candidates bring sharp proofreading, strong written and verbal communication, and experience with real estate transactions, including closings. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and AI-assisted editing tools is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with technical writing and proofreading.
• ],

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and advanced legal support
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents primarily related to the acquisition, ownership and development of real property
• Assist in technical editing and proofreading
• Assist in the closing of real estate transactions including the review of legal descriptions and typical closing documents
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
• Develop and maintain understanding of individual client preferences and requests
• Other tasks as needed

Skills

Independent thinker

Strong writing & speaking

Deadline management

Attention to detail

Law firm experience

Real estate knowledge

Professional presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

AI document review tools

ChatGPT / Claude familiarity

Job description

Kirton McConkie, a large Salt Lake City law firm, has an exciting employment opportunity for a Legal Assistant to work in its Real Estate Section. The ideal candidate will have a positive "can-do" attitude to meet the needs of high-level clients and attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive and advanced legal support
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents primarily related to the acquisition, ownership and development of real property
• Assist in technical editing and proofreading
• Assist in the closing of real estate transactions including the review of legal descriptions and typical closing documents
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files
• Develop and maintain understanding of individual client preferences and requests
• Other tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Ability to both follow instructions, and to think and work independently
• Experience with technical writing and proofreading
• Knowledge of basic real estate transactions including sales, purchases and leasing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel
• Proficiency in using AI tools to support document review and editing
• Familiarity with various AI platforms, such as ChatGPT, Claude, etc.
• Ability to meet required deadlines, multi-task, prioritize, organize, and work calmly under pressure
• Careful attention to detail and self-motivated
• Working knowledge of state websites related to the existence and status of legal entities
• Working knowledge of county websites related to recorded documents and real property taxes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Two years of experience in a law firm preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Kirton McConkie offers a competitive salary and excellent benefit package.