Paralegal - Real Estate

Porter Hedges LLP; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule after 90 days

Benefits package including medical,保险等

401(k) and profit-sharing

Garage parking

Gym access

Building amenities

Job summary

Porter Hedges LLP in Houston seeks an experienced Paralegal for the Real Estate and Real Estate Finance sections. You will support transactional lawyers on sophisticated real estate deals, assist with due diligence, title and survey reviews, and prepare real estate loan documents and related filings.

The role requires at least two years of commercial real estate experience, strong document management skills, and the ability to handle multiple closings while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent of four years of secretarial/paralegal experience.
• Minimum of two years of commercial real estate and real estate finance experience, preferably in the professional services industry.
• Must be familiar with filing appropriate documents with Secretary of State and county clerk offices.
• Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PDF software.
• Ability to manipulate and edit PDFs using Adobe Acrobat, Nuance, or similar applications is required.
• Extensive knowledge of Excel is preferred.
• Proficiency in the use of document automation software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks; strong organizational and records management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of firm personnel and individuals outside the firm.
• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work scheduled hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Real Estate Section with pre-closing tasks for several transactions concurrently, from letter of intent through completion of closing binders.
• Conduct due diligence reviews, title searches, and survey reviews.
• Perform UCC and other searches.
• Prepare various contracts, lease agreements, and real estate secured loan documents (including use of client's loan origination system through Citrix) for attorney review.
• Obtain, prepare, and file various documents, certificates, statements, amendments, and forms for limited liability companies and other entities.
• Coordinate, attend, and participate in closings with attorneys.
• Maintain general contact with clients, attorneys, and other legal personnel under attorney supervision.
• Prepare and enter time and billing data and narrative descriptions regarding all work performed on client and firm matters.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PDF software

Adobe Acrobat

Nuance

Document automation

Confidentiality

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CLA certification preferred

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Nuance

Document automation software

Job description

Brief Description

PARALEGAL - REAL ESTATE SECTION

Porter Hedges is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support our Real Estate and Real Estate Finance sections. A successful candidate for this position must have experience assisting attorneys working on sophisticated real estate and finance transactions in a law firm or corporate legal department, with an emphasis on supporting transactional functions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist the Real Estate Section with pre-closing tasks for several transactions concurrently, from letter of intent through completion of closing binders.
• Conduct due diligence reviews, title searches, and survey reviews.
• Perform UCC and other searches.
• Prepare various contracts, lease agreements, and real estate secured loan documents (including use of client's loan origination system through Citrix) for attorney review.
• Obtain, prepare, and file various documents, certificates, statements, amendments, and forms for limited liability companies and other entities.
• Coordinate, attend, and participate in closings with attorneys.
• Maintain general contact with clients, attorneys, and other legal personnel under attorney supervision.
• Prepare and enter time and billing data and narrative descriptions regarding all work performed on client and firm matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or the equivalent of four years of secretarial/paralegal experience).
• Minimum of two years of commercial real estate and real estate finance experience, preferably in the professional services industry. Experience with real estate and real estate finance transactions, closings, survey review, and title review is required.
• Must be familiar with filing appropriate documents with Secretary of State and county clerk offices.
• Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) certification preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PDF software. Ability to manipulate and edit PDFs using Adobe Acrobat, Nuance, or similar applications is required. Extensive knowledge of Excel is preferred.
• Proficiency in the use of document automation software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks; strong organizational and records management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of firm personnel and individuals outside the firm.
• Must be reliable, self-motivated, and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work scheduled hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and additional hours as needed.

Benefits

• Eligible for a hybrid work schedule after 90 days (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance, plus paid time off and holidays.
• Option to participate in the Firm's 401(k) and discretionary profit‑sharing program.
• Firm‑paid garage parking or Firm‑paid monthly METRO bus pass.
• Complimentary access to the building gym.
• Access to building amenities, including virtual Topgolf, shuffleboard, and a pool table.

Porter Hedges LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Porter Hedges LLP

Founded in 1981, Porter Hedges is a full‑service Houston‑based law firm with an office in Oklahoma City. Our team includes business and trial lawyers experienced in a wide range of legal services across a broad spectrum of industries with preeminence in the energy industry. We are known for handling sophisticated transactions and complex litigation on behalf of a diverse group of clients in established and growing industries. We represent public and private companies and are recognized for both the depth of our experience and the ability to meet our clients’ business objectives. Our team has particular experience in energy transactions, corporate M&A, commercial litigation, bankruptcy, commercial lending and finance, real estate, and construction law.