National Law firm in Atlanta has a need for a Sr Paralegal to focus on Real Estate. It is a direct hire role with a full benefits package.
- Administration of contract critical dates and preparation and administration of closing checklists
- Coordination of and assistance with closings, including review and / or preparation of conveyance documents, closing statements, transfer tax forms, and escrow release documentation
- Attend to post-closing requirements, including preparation of closing indices, preparation and organization of closing binders, and monitoring of post-closing deliveries and other requirements
- Preparation of correspondence and memoranda
- Preparation of initial draft documents for attorney review, including estoppel certificates
- Preparation of lease and loan document abstracts
- Preparation of UCC financing statements
- Prepare initial draft document, amendments to agreements or leases and miscellaneous documents, including estoppel certificates, SNDAs and Memos of Lease for attorney review
- Review organizational and authority documents
- Order UCC lien searches and preparation of summaries of lien search results
- Coordination of recording of documents in various counties and states
- Preparation of escrow closing instructions
- Preparation of document exhibits and assistance with document assembly
- Research state and local transfer tax, recording and document execution obligations and requirements
QUALIFICATIONS : Skills and Abilities
Excellent grammar and writing skills with the ability to draft, proofread, and edit legal documents as neededProven analytical and organizational skills with the ability to problem-solve, think independently, and manage projects with appropriate supervisionKeen attention to detail with the ability review documentation and follow up requirementsAbility to work effectively and professionally with colleagues, clients, and opposing partiesAbility to multi-task and prioritize; ability to manage time sensitive documents and other information with confidentiality and discretionAbility to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise mannerAbility and aptitude to work with numbers and mathematical calculationsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including, Word and Excel with ability to merge files and databasesProficiency with Adobe and Kofax PDF, and document comparison and formatting software such as Litera and ForteKnowledge of conducting online research of public offices for tax, recording, zoning, and other informationAbility to be flexible and work additional hours as neededQUALIFICATIONS : Education and Experience
High School degree or equivalent required, bachelor's degree, or comparable experience preferredJ-18808-Ljbffr