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 needed
- Proven analytical and organizational skills with the ability to problem-solve think independently and manage projects with appropriate supervision
- Keen attention to detail with the ability review documentation and follow up requirements
- Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues clients and opposing parties
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize; ability to manage time sensitive documents and other information with confidentiality and discretion
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
- Ability and aptitude to work with numbers and mathematical calculations
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel with ability to merge files and databases
- Proficiency with Adobe and Kofax PDF and document comparison and formatting software such as Litera and Forte
- Knowledge of conducting online research of public offices for tax recording zoning and other information
- Ability to be flexible and work additional hours as needed
QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience
- High School degree or equivalent required bachelors degree or comparable experience preferred