Paralegal - Real Estate

Polsinelli; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) benefits

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Paralegal to support its Real Estate department in Dallas. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with a Paralegal Certificate and at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include performing due diligence for real estate transactions, preparing closing documents, and drafting various legal documents. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 and includes benefits like medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a relevant paralegal role required.
• Ability to perform and coordinate various due diligence tasks.
• Meticulous time recording skills to accurately bill clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform due diligence, including title commitments and zoning reports.
• Assist in preparation of real estate closing documents.
• Coordinate real estate transactions and prepare closing books.
• Draft leases, purchase contracts, and other related documents.
• Research and execute necessary procedures to meet client requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Time management

Research skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Paralegal Certificate or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Kofax

iManage

Orbital

Job description

At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

Polsinelli is seeking a Paralegal to support the Real Estate department in one of the following cities: Kansas City, Chicago, New York, St. Louis, Atlanta, Dallas, or Denver.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate due diligence, including review of title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and underlying documents:
• Prepare title and survey objection letters
• Coordinate with title company and surveyor to reconcile title and survey issues and finalize title pro forma and survey
• Analyze and resolve open issues in zoning reports
• Assist in preparation and review of real estate conveyance and closing documents
• Coordinate closing of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions and financings, debt and equity transactions including signature page packages, document delivery, monitor closing checklists, handle recording requirements at closing
• Prepare closing books
• Draft and file UCC financing statements
• Order and evaluate UCC, lien, litigation and similar searches
• Prepare and file formation documents
• Draft leases, purchase contracts, easements, deeds, and other real property related documents
• Work on special assignments that may require conducting routine factual research, preparing reports and handling associated filings
• Interface with firm clients and other outside entities regarding assigned matters
• Execute on the minute details of a project or task, in addition to providing alternative options/solutions to best serve internal and external clients
• Research and execute on necessary procedures to meet client requests
• Retrieve, organize, review, analyze and summarize documents
• Effectively set priorities, provide timely updates, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects
• Remain proficient in Microsoft Suite/Outlook, InTapp, iManage, and other programs used in practice area
• Meticulous time recording skills to accurately bill clients
• Employees approved for flexible work arrangements are expected to be available and maintain a practice of reliable, consistent attendance during the employees scheduled work shift including, but not limited to Zoom chat, email, voicemail, and phone

Computer Applications Used

• Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Kofax
• iManage
• Orbital

Requirements

• Paralegal Certificate or related degree preferred
• 5 Years' ExperienceBillable requirement: 1600 hours per year
• 5 days in-office
• Start time for this role will be either 8:30 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. (Work day hours Monday to Thursday 7.75 hours and Friday 7.5 hours plus overtime when necessary.)

The budgeted salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000.

As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.