Real Estate Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.

Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join a respected and growing legal team.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment supporting attorneys and legal staff in a sophisticated practice focused on land use, zoning, environmental, real estate, and local government matters.

• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and collaborate closely with firm paralegals.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence, reports, and other documents.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files.
• Assist with document management, filing, and general office administration.
• Coordinate communications with clients, government agencies, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Support attorneys with project tracking, deadlines, and administrative tasks related to ongoing matters.
• Ensure timely and accurate handling of legal and administrative documentation.

• Prior experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and calendar management.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and a solid work ethic.
• Experience in land use, zoning, environmental, real estate, or local government law is a plus, but not required.

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative, and team-oriented work culture.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals on complex and meaningful matters.
• Long-term growth potential with an established and expanding organization.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services and achieving continued success.