Real Estate Part-Time Attorney

Des Moines, Iowa

Direct Counsel is seeking a Part-Time Attorney to join a dynamic, team-oriented global law firm’s Real Estate Department in Des Moines, Iowa.

Responsibilities

• Review abstracts of title, title commitments, title certificates, and title reports.

• Prepare and issue title opinions and field-issue Iowa Title Guaranty commitments and certificates in accordance with applicable state laws and underwriting standards.

• Analyze and resolve title defects.

• Provide recommendations for title curative actions.

• Review deeds, mortgages, affidavits, releases, and related real estate documents.

• Communicate with title companies, lenders, surveyors, and other parties as necessary.

• Support residential, commercial, and agricultural real estate transactions.

• Conduct legal research related to real property and title matters.

• Maintain accuracy and quality while managing multiple files and deadlines.

• Handle real estate closings and other real estate-related matters as needed.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Iowa and in good standing.

• At least 1 year of experience in title examination.

• Demonstrated experience preparing title opinions and conducting title reviews.

• Strong understanding of real property law, conveyancing, and title standards.

• Ability to identify title issues and recommend practical solutions.

• Exceptional attention to detail and legal writing skills.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

• Experience working with lenders and real estate professionals preferred.