Estates Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

PARALEGAL

Real Estate Paralegal is responsible for providing comprehensive support during real estate closings. Your role involves assisting attorneys and clients by preparing and reviewing legal documents and ensuring that all aspects of the closing process adhere to legal requirements and industry regulations. Attention to detail, legal expertise, and ability to manage complex transactions are instrumental in facilitating successful real estate closings.

Builder Expectations:

Extreme Ownership of the file to ensure smooth closing

Clear title--marked up binder

Ensure all closing figures match invoice and contract

Audit packages and file prior to closing

Ensure package is sent timely to correct closing location

Balance figures with lender

Management of Seller Docs

Management of keys and closing locations

Ensure past orders report is clear

Oversee fees not disbursed report

Client relationship management with closing coordinators and lenders

Calendar management-ensure that the calendar matches the closing software

Send builder docs to builder post-closing

Ownership of closing errors/check requests

Primary point of contact for builder files--buyers, agents, builders

Pre-closing tasks as necessary

General Responsibilities

Participate in maintaining a tidy and organized office environment.

Provide general hospitality (e.g., greeting clients, preparing closing rooms).

Assist with general administrative tasks as needed to support team operations.

Answer incoming calls and direct them appropriately.

Perform other duties as assigned by management to meet organizational needs.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional coursework or certification in real estate or paralegal studies is a plus.

Experience: 5+ experience as a paralegal, preferably with a focus on real estate transactions is helpful but not required.