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Job Description
REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Overview:
Under the direction of the principal attorney, the associate attorney must have the
ability to work effectively as a team member while also handling an individual
caseload. The associate attorney must have a strong commitment to achieving
excellent results for our clients through intelligent and aggressive advocacy. This
team member must also have a strong commitment to exceptional work ethic, high
motivation, and willingness to work hard to serve our clients. Positive attitude and
ability to work well with a variety of people. The associate attorney must be able to
demonstrate leadership skills, possess excellent oral advocacy skills, thorough
writing skills, solid negotiation skills and demonstrate an ability to supervise and
motivate others in achieving strategic goals.
The associate attorney is an Exempt position.
Reporting Relationship:
Associate attorneys perform their duties under the direction of the principal
attorney. Associate attorneys’ employment relationship with the Firm is managed
by the principal attorney.
Authority:
Associate attorneys must be licensed with The Florida Bar.
Responsibilities:
1. Manages a large volume of real estate transactions
2. Effectively manage and supervise multiple real estate paralegals in clearing
title requirements, reviewing surveys, ensuring all documents are recorded
timely, and finalize title policies
3. Handle the drafting and recording of conveyance documents, including
deeds, notes, mortgages, and other related documents
4. Attend closings and manage disbursements on transaction files
5. Develop collaborative strategies and advise clients regarding their best
interests, serving as the principal contact between the firm and clients
6. Independently handle decision making on a case by case basis
7. Regularly consult with clients and other parties as needed to effectively
move transactions forward and to resolution, including real estate agents,
mortgage brokers, loan officers, buyers, sellers, and borrowers
8. Develop a strategic approach and provide leadership and direction to
paralegals and legal assistants
9. Develop a business development plan to be approved by the principal
attorney and implement same including, but not limited to, attending
networking events and other functions, writing articles, and speaking
engagements
10.Participate in meetings with the principal attorney to discuss status of
ongoing matters, workload, and other firm matters
11.Work as part of a team with all levels of experience
12.Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing and future clients
13.Participate in monthly case review meetings
14.Confirm vital correspondence and notices with clients and other parties
15.Analyze case-specific legal issues and documentation; and
16.Foster and maintain an excellent rapport with clients through consistent
communication and thorough advisement.
Education & Experience Requirements
