Real Estate Paralegal — Closing & Document Expert

Phillips Lytle LLP; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in the real estate transaction process. The role involves legal research, document preparation, case management, and administrative duties to assist in successful closings.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal procedures and terminology, with a minimum of 2 years paralegal experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certification (e.g., ACEBS) preferred.
• Minimum 2 years paralegal or legal support experience.
• Experience as practicing paralegal in relevant practice area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, review, and summarize commercial real estate documents.
• Assist with closing commercial real estate transactions and case preparation by gathering information, preparing discovery documents, and drafting legal pleadings.
• Draft and review contracts, pleadings, discovery requests, and responses.
• Ensure all documents comply with legal procedures and requirements.
• Prepare and file court documents and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and provide updates on case progress.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Client relations

Education

Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor's degree preferred

Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in the real estate transaction process. The role involves legal research, document preparation, case management, and administrative duties to assist in successful closings.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal procedures and terminology, with a minimum of 2 years paralegal experience preferred.