What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Paralegal position at Carrie Rikon & Associates?
Position: Real Estate Paralegal (Rego Park, NY)
Compensation: $85,000-$88,000 annually, with additional bonuses
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Environment: On-site, five days a week.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Job description:
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented experienced paralegal to join our real estate department in either our Great Neck or Rego Park office. This role will provide critical support to both our Banking Department and Real Estate Department, assisting attorneys, clients, and professionals throughout the transaction process.
Responsibilities:
Banking Department
- Review titles and identify issues requiring attorney attention.
- Prepare Closing Disclosures (CDs) and HUD settlement statements.
- Communicate with attorneys, mortgage professionals, and other parties to facilitate smooth closings.
Real Estate Department:
- Handle client intake and maintain organized case files.
- Review, draft, and negotiate real estate contracts.
- Perform title reviews and coordinate resolution of issues.
- Schedule and coordinate real estate closings.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a real estate paralegal (law firm or title company experience preferred).
- Strong understanding of residential and/or commercial real estate transactions.
- Familiarity with title review, HUDs, and CDs.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple files and meet strict deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Office, title/closing software.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Growth and professional development opportunities.
- Health Care Plan (Medical)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Salary : $85,000 - $88,000