Real Estate Paralegal

Burr & Forman•Bluffton, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our Bluffton, SC office for a full-time, experienced real estate paralegal. This position requires knowledge of all aspects of real estate closings from start to finish. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS Review and analyze abstract and title documents in order to assist in preparation for commercial real estate closings Review loan documents from lenders for the purpose of preparing commercial real estate closings Draft closing disclosures, deeds, affidavits, legal descriptions, HUD, and other required closing documents Establish, organize and maintain files, closing documents, document binders, and lists Prorate taxes and other property assessments Conduct research and locate tax information, zoning, development regulations, and other information Assist in the preparation of closings by preparing executable closing documents, disbursement requests, and correspondence Serve as a liaison between clients, realtors, lenders, abstractors, title underwriter, and attorney Maintain and balance incoming and outgoing closing funds Other responsibilities as needed THE ESSENTIALS A bachelor’s degree, paralegal degree or certification, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience At least three years of experience in real estate transactions is required Proficiency in Qualia preferred; MS Word, Excel, and Outlook is required Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team. Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations Strong communication and drafting skills Must work well in a collaborative legal team environment Some overtime may be required ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This position is a unique opportunity to join a firm that prioritizes our clients, colleagues, and communities. If you’re a service-minded professional with intellectual curiosity and excellent work ethic, please consider joining our team. Burr & Forman LLP provides a wide range of benefits designed to support our employees and families including comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision insurance, group term life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan and retirement planning services, paid time off, and free wellness and mental health services among other benefits. The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation. Actual compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to, education, work experience, geographic location, skills and competencies, industry knowledge, job responsibilities, market considerations and other business considerations. Equal Opportunity Employer Burr & Forman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and promoting lawyers and staff without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, military and protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity, E-Verify, and other related posters at www.burr.com/careers/working-at-burr.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree, paralegal degree or certification, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
At least three years of experience in real estate transactions is required
Proficiency in Qualia preferred; MS Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team.
Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations
Strong communication and drafting skills
Must work well in a collaborative legal team environment
Some overtime may be required

Responsibilities

Review and analyze abstract and title documents in order to assist in preparation for commercial real estate closings
Review loan documents from lenders for the purpose of preparing commercial real estate closings
Draft closing disclosures, deeds, affidavits, legal descriptions, HUD, and other required closing documents
Establish, organize and maintain files, closing documents, document binders, and lists
Prorate taxes and other property assessments
Conduct research and locate tax information, zoning, development regulations, and other information
Assist in the preparation of closings by preparing executable closing documents, disbursement requests, and correspondence
Serve as a liaison between clients, realtors, lenders, abstractors, title underwriter, and attorney
Maintain and balance incoming and outgoing closing funds
Other responsibilities as needed