Real Estate Paralegal

New York, NY

Reports to: Paralegal Manager

Non-Exempt 

Summary

National law firm seeks a mid-level paralegal to support its commercial real estate practice.

Qualifications include a four-year degree with three (3) to five (5) years of prior Commercial Real Estate paralegal experience.  Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to work in a high pressure environment while meeting strict deadlines and effectively prioritizing multiple detailed tasks, as well as a capability to work flexible overtime, including weekends as needed.  Current New York State Notary license or eligibility to be licensed as Notary is highly desirable. Applicants must exhibit a strong attention to detail and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.  A proficiency in Microsoft Word Office Suite is required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, updating, finalizing and overseeing the execution of loan documents
• Maintaining closing checklists
• Drafting and arranging for the filing of UCC financing statements
• Preparing closing binders and deal distributions 

Requirements

• BA/BS degree with strong academic record
• Three to five years of law firm experience as a commercial real estate paralegal
• Registered as a NY State Notary, or eligibility to become a Notary preferred
• Proven ability to research, analyze and synthesize large amounts of data
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, a commitment to professionalism, integrity and collegiality
• Highly detail-oriented, including ability to assess and respond to underlying detail issues and implications
• Flexibility to work overtime as necessary, including nights and weekends