Transactions Assistant - Real Estate

DLA Piper•Washington DC, DC

2d•$30 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

The Transactions Assistant - Real Estate, working in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, assists the paralegals and/or attorneys by maintaining and organizing files, preparing documents, updating, and maintaining databases, preparing closing books, obtaining information for internal and external sources, and performing other administrative tasks.

Requirements

Demonstrated basic level of proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and database experience.
Office experience in a law firm environment supporting paralegals and/or attorneys preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with paralegals, attorneys and clients on a regular basis.
Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills necessary to manage volumes of documents, binders, letters, charts, etc.
Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.
High School Diploma or GED.
1 year demonstrated success working in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Paralegal certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Organize documents for attorney review.
Research public records using internal and public websites.
Assist with preparing binders, preparing closing books, making copies, entering data, and maintaining files.
Perform database research and data entry.
Obtain documents and other information from governmental agencies or public agencies.
Obtain information from accounting, timekeeping and attorneys for audit letter responses.
Assist paralegals and attorneys with mailings and filings.
Other duties.