Sr. Paralegal - Real Estate

DLA Piper•Washington DC, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together. Job Description Summary Under the supervision of attorneys, as a Sr. Paralegal - Real Estate in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives you will perform a range of substantive cases, matters or entity related duties. You will prepare drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. You will compile, analyze and summarize information. You will coordinate efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors. Location This position is located in our Washington D.C. office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Requirements

Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook.
Has in-depth knowledge of practice area and generally performs with little supervision.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys and clients on a daily basis.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to handle multiple projects and assignments at once.
Solid technical skills are necessary to set-up, track and maintain matters.
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Must have ability and experience with conducting fact gathering and analyzing information.
Anticipates needs of attorneys and exercises sound independent judgment.
Possess advanced knowledge of practice area rules and procedures.
Must be able to identify interrelationships among cases, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities.
Has a complete understanding of the interdependence of the Firm’s practice groups.
Excellent organizational skills required along with ability to handle multiple projects and assignments at once.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor’s degree and/or a Paralegal certificate.
6 years of paralegal experience in Real Estate law.
Business Acumen: Understand the firm’s business model, operations, and strategic goals; work with PG leadership to develop and implement their strategies and initiatives in alignment to the firm’s.
Relationship Building: Build trust and rapport with leaders and employees at all levels.
Problem Solving: Identify root causes of issues and develop pragmatic solutions.
Influence & Impact: Persuade others to support initiatives, balancing stakeholder needs and organizational priorities.
Change Leadership: Champion change and help others adapt in dynamic environments.
Analytical Thinking: Use data to drive decisions and measure outcomes.
Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrate self-awareness, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills.
Results Orientation: Deliver high-quality outcomes and meet commitments.
Collaboration: foster positive work relationships with leadership, HR and firm peers.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists with due diligence required for real estate transactions.
Orders, reviews and analyzes title commitments, recorded documents and surveys.
Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists for real estate transactions.
Prepares required documents and coordinates execution and delivery of documentation to other parties’ counsel, lenders, governmental agencies, vendors, etc.
Assists with preparation of tax related applications and works with clients to obtain required documentation.
Prepares petitions for tax consolidation and/or divisions.
Reviews and abstracts leases; must have extensive experience with commercial leases and be able to prepare drafts of leases and lease amendments.
Manages data rooms and matter files.
Position is responsible for handling substantive projects and cases under the direction of a lawyer.
Responsibilities will include assisting attorneys in your home office and in offices across the firm.
Mentors case assistants and junior paralegals.