Paralegal - Loan Documentation - Austin

Naman Howell Smith & Lee PLLC•Austin, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Austin office of Naman Howell has an immediate opening for a paralegal with 2+ years of commercial loan document experience. We offer competitive pay rates. Full-time employees are eligible for outstanding benefits, including exemplary medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, and profit sharing/401(k) after one year of service. This is a full-time position with benefits. Standard hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

2+ years of relevant experience required
Fast learner, especially with cloud-based systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong attention to detail and quality
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work/projects
Excels at taking and following directions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Dependable with strong work ethic and professional demeanor
Business casual attire required

Responsibilities

Reviewing, organizing and preparing loan documents
Drafting initial versions of promissory notes, security agreements, deeds of trust, and UCC financing statements
Reviewing Texas property title commitments, land surveys, and UCC searches to clear exceptions
Searching and verifying business entity statuses, good standing certificates, and resolutions with the Texas Secretary of State
Managing closing checklists and communicating with title companies and lenders
Scheduling & calendaring
Entering attorneys’ time
Assisting with monthly billing cycle
Opening new cases in the firm’s internal system
Scanning & saving documents electronically; physical & digital filing; organizing & maintaining documents
Client communication and case updates
Making travel arrangements; submitting expense reimbursements
Maintaining confidentiality for all cases
E-filing
Other duties & special projects as assigned