Paralegal - Real Estate

Polsinelli; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

ID Theft insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Parking/Transit reimbursement

401(k) benefits

Employee assistance benefits

Job summary

Polsinelli seeks a Paralegal to support the Real Estate department across multiple offices in the United States. The role involves due diligence, drafting and filing real estate documents, and coordinating closing activities with clients and title companies.

The ideal candidate has a Paralegal Certificate or related degree and at least five years of experience, with strong time management and detail orientation. This is an on-site position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or related degree preferred.
• 5 years of related experience preferred.
• Billable target: 1600 hours per year.
• In-office work schedule: 5 days per week.
• Start time typical 8:30–9:00 a.m.; overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform due diligence: review title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and related documents.
• Prepare closing books and draft/file UCC financing statements.
• Coordinate real estate closings, acquisitions, dispositions, and financings; manage document delivery.
• Interface with clients and external entities; prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Utilize MS Office, iManage, and Orbital for document management and timekeeping.

Skills

Team Player

Detail Oriented

Loyal

Time Management

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Kofax

iManage

Orbital

Job description

Chicago
150 N Riverside Plz
Suite 3000
Chicago, IL 606061599, USA

Chicago
150 N Riverside Plz
Suite 3000
Chicago, IL 606061599, USA

New York
600 3rd Ave
42nd Floor
New York, NY 10016, USA

New York
600 3rd Ave
42nd Floor
New York, NY 10016, USA

St. Louis
7676 Forsyth Blvd
Ste 800
Clayton, MO 63105, USA

St. Louis
7676 Forsyth Blvd
Ste 800
Clayton, MO 63105, USA

Denver
1401 Lawrence Street
Suite 2300
Denver, CO 80202, USA

Denver
1401 Lawrence Street
Suite 2300
Denver, CO 80202, USA

Locations

Showing 1 location Kansas City
900 W 48th Place
Suite 900
Kansas City, MO 641121895, USA
Kansas City
900 W 48th Place
Suite 900
Kansas City, MO 641121895, USA
Chicago
150 N Riverside Plz
Suite 3000
Chicago, IL 606061599, USA
Chicago
150 N Riverside Plz
Suite 3000
Chicago, IL 606061599, USA
New York
600 3rd Ave
42nd Floor
New York, NY 10016, USA
New York
600 3rd Ave
42nd Floor
New York, NY 10016, USA
St. Louis
7676 Forsyth Blvd
Ste 800
Clayton, MO 63105, USA
St. Louis
7676 Forsyth Blvd
Ste 800
Clayton, MO 63105, USA
Atlanta
1201 West Peachtree St.
Suite 1100
Atlanta, GA 30309, USA
Atlanta
1201 West Peachtree St.
Suite 1100
Atlanta, GA 30309, USA
Dallas
4020 Maple Ave
Ste 300
Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Dallas
4020 Maple Ave
Ste 300
Dallas, TX 75219, USA
Denver
1401 Lawrence Street
Suite 2300
Denver, CO 80202, USA
Denver
1401 Lawrence Street
Suite 2300
Denver, CO 80202, USA
+6 more locationsless locations

• On-site
• Paralegal
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PARAL001473

Description

Polsinelli does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Please, no phone calls or emails.

At Polsinelli,What a Law Firm Should Beis 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' Experience
• Billable 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.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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Education

Preferred

Bachelor's or better.

Experience

Required

5 years: Related experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Paralegal Certification

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