Real Estate Paralegal

Fantastic law firm in Needham is searching for an experienced Real Estate to join their firm to support 3 Attorneys. MUST have: 3+ years' experience as a Residential Real Estate Paralegal Ability to draft Real Estate documents Ability to multi-task

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Document preparation and review including drafting and reviewing contracts, leases, deeds, homesteads, amendments, subleases and purchase assignments, as well as preparing closing checklists and resolutions for real estate transactions. Title and legal research including conducting research on property titles, zoning, environmental conditions, land use, and financing requirements to ensure compliance and accuracy. Assist with coordination of transactions with clients and other parties involved in the purchase and sale of real estate. Assist with closings including attendance as needed, reviewing documents and preparing closing statements. File management and due date tracking including organizing files and documentation, following up on open items, meeting deadlines and coordinating with team to ensure timely completion of tasks. Draft applications, responses to requests for information, extension requests, etc. Draft engagement letters for new clients and edit same in conjunction with attorney oversight; send engagement letters for signature and track completion. Assist with records management on site and preparation of boxes for transfer to off site storage. Participate in firm wide meetings. Ensure documents and emails are properly saved in Firm's electronic document management system and/or paper files. Calculate and calendar deadlines to ensure attorney and practice group calendars are accurate. Communicate supplies needs to reception for ordering. Communicate with clients, consultants and attorneys on client matters. Prepare documents for client signature. Serve as a witness for document signings. Enter time entries for self and for attorneys into the firm's timekeeping and billing system Open new matters and edit matter profiles in the firm's timekeeping and billing system. Prepare physical files for new matters as needed. Organize files and maintain file inventory lists. Scanning, copying, filing and mailing. Open and process mail on a daily basis. Greet clients and seat them for meetings. Demonstrate a high level of ethical conduct and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and personnel information. Perform other special projects and duties, as assigned. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. #J-18808-Ljbffr Beacon Hill