Paralegal - Real Estate

Parker Poe•Raleigh, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Become part of the Parker Poe team that – for more than a century – has represented many of the Southeast’s largest companies and local governments. We are a tight-knit firm that values the person beyond the lawyer or professional. Because of this, in addition to structured integration efforts, you will find that mentorship, professional development, and internal referrals happen organically. If you want to join a collaborative team providing sophisticated legal services – without losing sight of our calling to give back to our communities – this is the place to be. The Real Estate Paralegal will be an integral member of our Real Estate and Commercial Development practice group, providing support to attorneys and contributing to a collaborative team environment. This position is based in our Raleigh, North Carolina office and offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced legal professionals on a variety of commercial real estate and development matters.

Requirements

One to three years or more years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm or legal department and an Associate’s degree, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience using a legal time and billing system
Proactive and self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment as necessary
Ability to think critically, solve problems effectively, and exercise sound judgment
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and accommodate rush requests
Must be a team player, willing to help other team members during peak times
Superior computer skills, using Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience supporting one or more of the following practice group(s) preferred: Transactional, Real Estate

Responsibilities

Draft, prepare, and organize closing documents
Prepare closing statements
Review and plot legal descriptions
Prepare and file UCC financing statements and amendments
Organize and coordinate document signing
Prepare closing binders
Acquire maps or drawings from surveyor/assessor’s office or title companies
Research and investigate to identify any restrictions limiting the use of property
Conduct title examinations
Prepare reports for title commitment, title insurance and real estate transfers
Search physical and digital records of title insurance and rest estate companies to gather information on private transactions
Search physical and digital records of town, city and/or county offices to compile a transaction history and ownership details on an assigned property
Performs other duties as assigned by the Office Administrator and/or the assigned attorneys