Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. This pivotal role involves providing comprehensive support for real estate transactions, estate planning, and related legal matters. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of legal procedures, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Your expertise will help ensure smooth operations within our firm, contributing to successful client outcomes and maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Assist with drafting, reviewing, and managing real estate documents such as purchase agreements, title reports, deeds, and leases.
- Manage case files using document management systems like iManage and PCLaw; ensure all records are accurate and up-to-date.
- Support project management activities related to real estate transactions and legal cases, coordinating deadlines and communication among stakeholders.
- Prepare legal correspondence, summaries, and reports with precision using Word processing tools; proofread all documents for accuracy.
- Handle client communication professionally via phone and email; assist in interviewing clients or witnesses as needed.
- Review contracts, legal documents, and case materials for completeness; assist with document review processes.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information related to clients’ legal matters.
- Support litigation processes including civil litigation support, document review, and case organization.
- Conduct legal research utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other resources to gather pertinent case law or statutory information.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, transcription, and maintaining procedural law records.Requirements
- Proven paralegal experience or legal support experience in a law office setting; familiarity with real estate law strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of estate planning, environmental law, UCC law, tribal law & regulations, securities law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, patent law, family law, landlord-tenant law, immigration law or general & commercial litigation is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Westlaw, LexisNexis, iManage document management system, PCLaw or similar case management software.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent legal research skills with attention to detail; capable of handling complex procedural requirements.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; professional phone etiquette required.
- Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and ethically at all times.
- Experience with legal drafting, proofreading, document review and client communication is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with clerical tasks such as filing, data entry, transcription and document management systems is essential.
Join our team to contribute your expertise in a vibrant environment where your skills directly impact client success! We value proactive professionals who thrive on organization and precision while supporting our mission to deliver outstanding legal services in the real estate sector.
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
