Real Estate Paralegal

Friedman Williams; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm specializing in real estate is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal in Atlanta, GA. This role involves drafting legal documents, coordinating transactions, and conducting research to support attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate, five years of real estate experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems is essential. Apply directly to a law firm for immediate consideration.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of five years of commercial law firm real estate experience.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares drafts of legal documents for attorney review.
• Coordinates efforts between attorneys and clients for real estate transactions.
• Completes documentation for post-closing matters like recording.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple workloads

Research and summarize property records

Excellent computer skills (MS Office, iManage, WorkShare)

Experience in commercial real estate deals

Interpersonal skills and teamwork ability

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Five years of commercial law firm real estate experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

iManage

WorkShare

Adobe

Job description

Real Estate Paralegal Atlanta GA

Job ID: 20790

Under the supervision of an attorney, performs a range of substantive duties to support the attorneys of the Firm in real estate and other matters of a multi-state practice as requested or assigned. Researches, compiles, analyzes and summarizes information to prepare drafts of title, legal or other documents and correspondence for attorney review. Coordinates efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares/drafts documents necessary for commercial real estate sale and/or loan transactions per attorneys’ requests.
• Organizes all necessary documents and research for matter files and attorney review.
• Performs and documents Title Abstracts and/or Tax reviews.
• Organizes, calendars, coordinates and completes all steps necessary for a variety of transactions and matters, including commercial real estate sale, lease and/or loan transactions, assignments, closings, escrow transfers, transaction reporting, etc.
• Completes all documentation including post-closing matters such as recording, title policies, certificates of titles, etc.
• Prepares entity formation documentation and/or annual filings.
• Locates and reviews information applicable to a particular case, person or subject via online research or document reviews.
• Maintains records and enters information into time billing system regarding work performed by client and mater.
• Other duties as requested or assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Concise, highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workloads from multiple attorneys, organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines as assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to research and summarize information such as property and ownership records and transfers in variety of jurisdictions and databases.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel, Nuance, Adobe, Legal Document Management System such as iManage, WorkShare.
• Demonstrated experience in variety of deals, filings and other transactions relevant to the practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to successfully work independently as well as within team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate; or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of five years of commercial law firm real estate experience.
• Commercial real estate and title search experience.
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.

For immediate consideration please send resume to Naomi at [e-mail]