Practice Group Assistant - Real Estate Finance

Polsinelli PC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Polsinelli PC in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Practice Group Assistant to support the Real Estate Finance team. This role is ideal for recent graduates or those curious about real estate and the paralegal field, offering exposure to loan closings and post-closing tasks.

You will assist with pre-closing, closing, and post-closing activities, organize documents, and coordinate with attorneys, title companies, and analysts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal education preferred.
• Strong interest in real estate lending and finance.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-closing, closing, and post-closing of loans.
• Create closing binder indexes and closing binders.
• Compile and organize documents: loan documents, signature pages, etc.
• Review documents to create summary of open items, bracketed items, and exhibits.
• Prepare custodial letters.
• Create and update closing checklist.
• Track post-closing items such as recorded and original documents.
• Assist with securitization practice.
• Draft assignment documents.
• Research for recorded documents as needed.
• File UCC-1 and UCC-3 Secretary of State.
• E-record mortgage documents as needed.
• Work with attorneys, analysts, paralegals, and title companies.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Ability to multi-task

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal education

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Kofax

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on October 26, 2026

Locations

• Kansas City, MO 641121895, USA


• On-site


• Paralegal


• Full-Time


• Requisition #: PRACT001684

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 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 seeks to hire a Practice Group Assistant to work with their Real Estate Finance group in the Kansas City office. This is a great opportunity for recent college graduates or individuals interested in real estate and the paralegal profession.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with pre-closing, closing, and post-closing of loans


• Create closing binder indexes and closing binders


• Compile and organize documents: loan documents, signature pages, etc.


• Review documents to create summary of open items, bracketed items, and exhibits


• Prepare custodial letters


• Create and update closing checklist


• Track post-closing items such as recorded and original documents


• Assists with securitization practice


• Drafting assignment documents (aka accommodation documents)


• Research for recorded documents as needed


• File UCC-1 and UCC-3 Secretary of State


• E-record mortgage documents as needed


• Work with attorneys, analysts, paralegals, and title companies

SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects and priorities simultaneously


• Excellent computer skills, including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Kofax

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong interest in real estate lending and finance


• Meticulous attention to detail


• Prior law firm experience preferred


• Must be able to work individually, as well as in a team setting


• Must be dependable, dedicated, and able to maintain confidentiality


• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal education preferred

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

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

Motivations

• 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

Education

Bachelor's or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Paralegal Certification Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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