Real Estate Paralegal at Verrill

Westport, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Real Estate Transactions, Documentation, Due Diligence, Closing Activities, Drafting, Entity Formation, Title Work, Survey Work, Online Research, Project Management, Client Service, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Computer Skills, Multi-tasking, Communication Skills

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Job Details Job Location: Westport Office - Westport, CT 06880 Verrill is actively reviewing resumes for a Real Estate Paralegal in our Westport, Connecticut Office. As one of New England’s top full-service law firms, we are interested in hiring talented individuals to join our team. Verrill offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a supportive work environment in which our employees can grow and prosper both professionally and personally. This role is a full-time, non-exempt position supporting our Real Estate Practice Group attorneys with all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including documentation, due diligence, closing and post-closing activities for acquisitions, dispositions, and financing. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: initial drafting of real property related documents including deeds, easements, leases, amendments, estoppel certificates, affidavits, and other conveyance related documents; preparing entity formation documents (corporation, LLC, LP) and electronic state filings; handling all aspects of title and survey work; online research including land records and Secretary of State websites; tracking critical contract dates and closing checklists; coordinating and assisting with all aspects of closings, including preparation of conveyance documents, closing statements, and other closing documents; attending to all post-closing requirements, and monitoring all post-closing deliveries and requirements; maintaining project files, both paper and electronic; assisting clients; and responding promptly with the ability to successfully multi-task in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a motivated self-starter with strong written communication skills and at least three (3) years of law firm experience, preferably in real estate and/or corporate law. A Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate is a plus. The successful candidate will be capable of producing high quality work in a timely and professional manner, while providing exceptional client service and team support. The successful candidate will have exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and advanced computer skills (including Outlook, Word, and Excel). Applicants should have proven project management skills, the ability to work independently, and prioritize tasks successfully. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and the position will remain open until filled. Need help applying? Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team. Verrill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys with all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including documentation, due diligence, and closing activities. Responsibilities include drafting real property documents, preparing entity formation documents, handling title and survey work, and coordinating closings.