Our client, an Am Law 50 firm, is seeking a Senior Real Estate Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience supporting complex real estate transactions and the ability to manage high-volume, detail-oriented work with minimal supervision. This role is critical to ensuring seamless deal execution and client service excellence.
Key Responsibilities :
- Manage and coordinate all aspects of real estate transactions with minimal attorney supervision.
- Prepare, organize, and review transaction documents, closing checklists, due diligence materials, and closing binders.
- Conduct entity and lien searches; prepare formation, qualification, dissolution, and UCC filing documents.
- Communicate directly with title companies, surveyors, clients, and government agencies to facilitate closings and resolve issues.
- Review and prepare structure charts and signature pages; obtain certifications, charter documents, and EINs as needed.
- Manage and track document execution, prepare signature packets, and oversee post-closing distributions.
- Train and direct junior paralegal team members to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Coordinate with internal departments to streamline processes and meet firm standards.
Proficiencies :
Advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and document management systems.Experience using NYC ACRIS and timekeeping or expense systems.Strong understanding of real estate documentation, closing processes, and legal billing procedures.Qualifications :
Minimum 7 years of commercial real estate and real estate paralegal experience.Bachelor's degree preferred.New York Notary Public required.Proven ability to meet billable expectations (1,725 hours) and handle overtime or travel as needed.