Paralegal - Real Estate Law

Job description

PART-TIME REMOTE REAL ESTATE PARALEGAL NEEDED (40 hours/month)

Real Estate Paralegal needed to support a busy practice in New York. The focus of the firm is to develop and maintain long-term client partnerships through the creation of an exceptional client experience, in a culture oriented law firm. A polished, detail-oriented, highly responsive, proactive paralegal with a positive attitude is a must.

Experience and Hard Skills:

• Must have deep experience in New York Real Estate Law, especially with residential transactions, including due diligence, contract/rider preparation, title reviews, document preparation, closing statement adjustments, and general transaction management.
• Confident in utilizing tools like Loom for creating training documentation and contributing to building efficient systems.

Soft Skills:

• Should take initiative to manage deadlines and ensure the associate is prepared.
• Able to anticipate the needs of the transaction cycle without requiring constant supervision.
• Capable of working closely with the associate, potentially managing and supervising the workflow of an overseas assistant to maximize efficiency.
• Ability to be extremely flexible and work with shifting priorities. Comfortable with fluctuating workloads, willing to accommodate increases in hours as transaction volume demands, and quick to respond to last-minute scheduling needs.

Technology:

• PC, REQUIRED;
• Experienced user of Microsoft programs, REQUIRED;
• Experience with LOOM, PREFERRED.

Culture:

• You will be a fit for this role if you enjoy a culture built on professionalism, responsiveness, trustworthiness, humbleness, and good judgment. This is a fast paced practice, so a strong fit will be a self-starter that enjoys the challenges of hard work in a respectful, team environment.

Growth:

• The hours could have the potential to grow with the right candidate.

Education:

• High school or equivalent, REQUIRED
• Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies, PREFERRED (many years of experience will be considered):

Salary:

• $30-$32/hour

Work Location:

• Remote (flexible work hours)

Experience:

• New York Law: 3 years, REQUIRED
• Microsoft Office: 6 years, REQUIRED

• $30 - $32/hour