What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Specialist position at King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul LLC?
Job Title: Real Estate/Title Insurance Paralegal
Company: KingSpry Law Offices
About Us:
KingSpry Law Offices has been recognized as a Top Workplace for the past nine years. KingSpry is committed to providing knowledgeable, client-focused representation in real estate law and title insurance matters. Our team of experienced attorneys and support professionals works collaboratively to ensure the highest level of client satisfaction. KingSpry is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment.
Position Summary:
KingSpry is seeking a skilled and experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of paralegal experience, with a strong background in real estate transactions and title insurance. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to approach problems from a new perspective, the ability to work independently, and to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Open real estate transaction files, including ordering title searches and tax certifications
- Draft and review title commitments, title documents, title objection letters, deeds, and settlement statements
- Analyze title reports to determine title insurance requirements and identify potential issues
- Conduct legal research
- Maintain and organize real estate transactions and files
- Utilize real estate software
- Track and manage transaction timelines and contractual deadlines
- Schedule and coordinate settlements with clients, sellers, realtors, and lenders
- Coordinate and conduct real estate settlements and signings
- Communicate professionally with clients, sellers, realtors, and lenders
- Track post-closing items and escrows
- Provide general real estate and administrative support to attorneys
- Manage billing, time entry, and other clerical tasks as needed
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience in a real estate law or title insurance
- Strong knowledge of real estate law and title insurance
- Experience coordinating residential and/or commercial real estate closings
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficiency in LexisNexis/Westlaw
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong grammar and proofreading ability
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Professional demeanor with a strong commitment to client service
Preferred Qualifications:
- Paralegal certificate, Associate’s degree or higher
- Familiarity with title insurance software and real estate closings
Working Conditions:
- Full-time: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (35-hour work week)
- In-office during the initial training period (typically 90 to 180 days), followed by a hybrid schedule
- Occasional overtime may be required to meet client deadlines
Compensation & Benefits:
KingSpry offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, a generous benefits package, paid time off and holidays, 401(k) with employer contribution, professional development opportunities, and a flexible hybrid work schedule.