Paralegal - Real Estate Title and Survey

Holland & Knight•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Paralegal with title and survey experience to join our team. The Paralegal will support the Charlotte office and its real estate finance practice group. The Paralegal will assist attorneys and practice groups in various types of legal matters and provide assistance in preparing legal documents; research and compile data; prepare drafts of documents; maintain responsibility for files, calendars and meetings, etc.

Requirements

5 - 10 years of experience in commercial real estate, preferably at mid-to-large law firm, with a focus on title and survey review.
Bachelor's degree
Strong understanding of title insurance, ALTA surveys, and commercial real estate concepts.
Organizational skills to work independently and meet deadlines in fast-paced, complex transactional environment.
Communication skills to interact with all levels of internal staff, attorneys, management and external clients of the firm.
Analytical and critical thinking skills sufficient to make decisions regarding daily work.
Time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
Able to work overtime as needed.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Familiar with commercial real estate terminology and tasks.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certification a plus

Responsibilities

Review and analyze title insurance commitments, pro formas, endorsements, and final policies.
Examine title exceptions, easements, covenants, restrictions, liens, encroachments, and other matters affecting title.
Prepare detailed title summaries, title objection letters, and clearance memoranda.
Coordinate with title companies to resolve title defects and obtain required endorsements.
Review ALTA/NSPS land title surveys and related documents.
Identify and summarize survey matters, including encroachments, boundary issues, access, easements, setbacks, and zoning matters.
Compare surveys against title commitments to confirm consistency and note discrepancies.
Assist attorneys in preparing survey objection letters and resolution items.
Track satisfaction, release, and recording of liens and other title matters.
Special projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners
life and AD&D insurance
short and long term disability insurance
tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs
FSAs for dependent care
health advocacy services
behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members
401(k)
profit sharing
backup dependent care
senior care planning support
resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers
paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents