Real Estate Closing Coordinator & Legal Assistant
Full-Time, In-Person, located in Wakefield, Rhode Island
Compensation
Starting Salary: $65,000
We reward performance, initiative, and long-term commitment. In addition to a competitive starting salary, you'll have opportunities for performance-based increases and incentives as you grow with our firm.
Benefits include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Professional, team-oriented work environment
About the Role
We are seeking a full-time, in-person Real Estate Closing Coordinator & Legal Assistant to join our law firm.
This is a key position working directly with the Attorney and legal team to coordinate client matters from start to finish. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail, the ability to follow established procedures, and a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
Experience with real estate closings, title work, lender requirements, or other process-driven legal work is highly valued and transfers well to this position.
Who Will Thrive Here
You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy organized, deadline-driven work, appreciate well-defined procedures, and take pride in producing accurate work the first time. Successful team members are dependable, proactive communicators who enjoy keeping multiple matters organized while delivering an exceptional client experience.
About Our Firm
We are a boutique Rhode Island law firm concentrating in estate planning, elder law, probate, trust administration, and residential real estate.
Our reputation is built on:
- Clear communication in plain English
- Exceptional client service
- Organized systems and efficient workflows
- Accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail
Primary Responsibilities
- Coordinate multiple matters while meeting deadlines.
- Follow established office procedures and checklists.
- Communicate professionally with clients, lenders, financial institutions, municipalities, and other professionals.
- Prepare, organize, and track legal documents from opening through completion.
- Maintain accurate electronic and paper files.
- Monitor outstanding items and help keep matters moving efficiently.
- Provide administrative support to the Attorney and legal team.
- Deliver exceptional client service throughout every matter.
Qualifications
We are looking for someone who is:
- Professional, dependable, and accountable.
- Extremely detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
- Comfortable following established procedures and systems.
- Able to manage multiple files and competing deadlines.
- An excellent communicator with strong organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
You'll Stand Out If You Have
- Experience in a law firm, title company, lender, or real estate office.
- Experience coordinating residential or commercial real estate closings.
- Familiarity with title work, lender requirements, settlement statements, closing procedures, or transaction coordination.
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
