What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Paralegal position at Kooperman Mentel Crossley Yaross, Ltd.?
Real Estate Paralegal
Regular Full-Time
Paralegal
Columbus, OH, US
Kooperman Mentel Crossley Yaross, Ltd. (KMCY Law) is a Columbus-based law firm representing a broad spectrum of clients, including local businesses, investors, developers, and corporate entities, in addition to regional and multinational companies.
KMCY Law is currently seeking a Real Estate/Corporate Paralegal to provide essential support on commercial real estate transactions in a collaborative and client focused environment. This position offers the opportunity to build deep transactional experience at both the local and national level. The ideal candidate is a highly organized professional with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple real estate matters while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and review real estate contracts, purchase agreements, leases, deeds, title affidavits, closing documents, and other legal forms.
- Conduct thorough title and survey review to verify property ownership, identify liens, encumbrances, and other legal issues affecting the title.
- Communicate with clients, providing updates on transaction status, addressing questions, and gathering necessary information.
- Research relevant real estate laws, regulations, and case precedents to ensure compliance.
- Manage the closing process, including coordinating with lenders, title companies, and other parties to ensure all necessary documents are prepared and executed on time.
- Perform due diligence checks on properties, including reviewing property reports, zoning reports, and environmental assessments.
- Prepare documents or proofread documents prepared by the attorney.
- Prepare related entity documents, including resolutions authorizing the transaction.
Job Requirements:
- Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree with a major in paralegal studies, or an associate or bachelor’s degree with an unrelated major and a certificate from an ABA approved paralegal training program.
- 3 years of experience as a real estate paralegal with development, finance, leasing and/or title review experience.
- Strong research skills.
- Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and with time constraints.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Proficient computer skills using MS Office applications.
KMCY is fully committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of KMCY to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, military status, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other protected status.
KMCY offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health care coverage (medical and vision), paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching. The pay range for this role accounts for the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. Actual pay will be determined based on skills, relevant experience and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable employment laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000 - $100,000