Paralegal - Real Estate

Polsinelli•Dallas, TX

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be , is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you! Polsinelli PC is looking for a Real Estate Paralegal in our Fort Worth or Dallas office. Fort Worth: 5 days in; Dallas: 3 days in/2 days remote potential after 3 months in-office onboarding.

Requirements

Paralegal Certificate or related degree preferred
5 Years’ Experience
Billable requirement: 1600 hours per year
Schedule: Fort Worth: 5 days in Dallas 3 days in/2 days remote potential after 3 months in office onboarding
Start time for this role will be either 8:30 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. (Workday hours: Monday to Thursday 7.75 hours; Friday 7.5 hours plus overtime when necessary)

Responsibilities

Perform and coordinate due diligence, including review of title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and underlying documents.
Assist in preparation and review of real estate conveyance and closing documents.
Coordinate closing of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions and financings, debt and equity transactions including signature page packages, document delivery, monitor closing checklists, handle recording requirements at closing.
Prepare closing books.
Draft and file UCC financing statements.
Order and evaluate UCC, lien, litigation, and similar searches.
Preparing and filing formation documents
Drafting leases, purchase contracts, easements, deeds, and other real property related documents.
Work on special assignments that may require conducting routine factual research, preparing reports and handling associated filings.
Interface with firm clients and other outside entities regarding assigned matters.
Execute on the minute details of a project or task, in addition to providing alternative options/solutions to best serve internal and external clients.
Research and execute on necessary procedures to meet client requests.
Acquire, organize, review, analyze, and summarize documents.
Effectively set priorities, provide timely updates, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects.
Remain proficient in Microsoft Suite/Outlook, InTapp, iManage, and other programs used in practice area.
Meticulous time recording skills to accurately bill clients.
Employees approved for flexible work arrangements are expected to be available and maintain a practice of reliable, consistent attendance during the employees scheduled work shift including, but not limited to Zoom chat, email, voicemail, and phone.