Real Estate Paralegal

Steadman Law Office, P.C.; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Steadman Law Office, P.C. is seeking a highly organized Real Estate Paralegal/Assistant to support residential and commercial real estate transactions.

You will help manage documents, perform title searches, and coordinate closings while communicating professionally with clients and professionals involved. The ideal candidate has proven real estate law experience, strong organizational and written communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal

Qualifications

• Proven legal experience in real estate law or related fields.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple real estate transactions and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient client communication with professional phone etiquette.
• Familiarity with procedural law standards in civil litigation and real estate.
• Discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with residential and commercial real estate transactions.
• Prepare and review real estate documents: sale agreements, deeds, easements, leases, closing docs.
• Order and review title searches and title insurance commitments.
• Coordinate title curative work and resolve title issues.
• Prepare settlement statements and closing documents.
• Collaborate with clients, lenders, title companies, realtors, and others.
• Schedule and coordinate real estate closings.
• Assist with recording deeds and mortgages.
• Review property tax info and municipal records.
• Maintain organized transaction files.
• Communicate professionally with clients and other parties.
• Support attorneys on other real estate and related matters as needed.

Skills

Real estate law

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independence

Client communication

Phone etiquette

Procedural law

Confidential data handling

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal/Assistant to join our legal team. In this role, you will provide support in managing real estate transactions, conducting legal research, and preparing documentation related to residential and commercial real estate transactions.

Your proactive approach and strong understanding of legal procedures will help ensure smooth operations across various real estate projects.

** Duties**

• Assist attorneys with residential and commercial real estate transactions
• Prepare and review real estate documents, including agreements of sale, deeds, easements, leases, and closing documents
• Order and review title searches and title insurance commitments
• Coordinate title curative work and resolve title issues
• Prepare settlement statements and closing documents
• Work closely with clients, lenders, title companies, realtors and other professionals
• Schedule and coordinate real estate closings
• Assist with recording deeds, mortgages, and other documents
• Review property tax information and municipal records
• Maintain accurate and organized transaction files
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients and other parties
• Assist attorneys with other real estate and general legal matters as needed

** Requirements**

• Proven legal experience with a focus on real estate law or related legal fields
• Familiarity with Title Insurance policies to a degree of being able to explain the same to a client
• Familiarity with deeds, mortgages, recording requirements, and real estate documentation
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team
• Effective client communication skills coupled with professional phone etiquette
• Knowledge of procedural law standards applicable to civil litigation and real estate transactions
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail

Work Location: In person