Paralegal

The Paralegal (based out of our Rochester, NY office) will support attorneys in the Banking and Financial Services practice group with commercial real estate transactions by performing a variety of tasks including legal research, document preparation, case management, and administrative duties. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal procedures and terminology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining and organizing deal files.
• Review corporate organizational documents.
• Analyze title documents, real estate documents and ALTA surveys.
• Review and summarize loan documents and construction related contracts.
• Draft and revise loan documents.
• Assist with closing commercial real estate transactions.
• interact with clients and maintain client confidentiality.
• Additional responsibilities specific to your assigned practice group may be required.
• Uphold the firm’s reputation as the premier source for sophisticated legal counsel by delivering superior outcomes, service, and value to every client and matter.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal or in a legal support role. Real Estate and/or Banking experience strongly preferred.
• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. 
• Relevant Paralegal certification (i.e. ACEBS) is preferred.

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships while work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of professional and support staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge of organizational workflow and processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. 
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism, and to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to take initiative, be flexible, and demonstrate resiliency.