What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal, Real Estate position at Kutak Rock LLP?
JOB SUMMARY
Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Paralegal to join its Tallahassee office. This position will provide support to its Real Estate practice and assist in various aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including documentation, due diligence, closing and post-closing activities for acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, development, and construction projects. This role is ideal for a team-oriented professional with desire and ability to work collaboratively in a collegial environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Order and review title commitments, exception documents and surveys; interfacing directly with title companies and surveyors to resolve any issues or discrepancies
- Administration of contract critical dates and preparation and administration of closing checklists
- Coordination of and assistance with closings, including review and/or preparation of conveyance documents, closing statements, transfer tax forms, and escrow release documentation
- Attend to post-closing requirements, including preparation of closing indices, preparation and organization of closing binders, and monitoring of post-closing deliveries and other requirements
- Preparation of correspondence and memoranda
- Preparation of initial draft documents for attorney review, including estoppel certificates
- Preparation of lease and loan document abstracts
- Preparation of UCC financing statements
- Prepare initial draft document, amendments to agreements or leases and miscellaneous documents, including estoppel certificates, SNDAs and Memos of Lease for attorney review
- Review organizational and authority documents
- Order UCC lien searches and preparation of summaries of lien search results
- Coordination of recording of documents in various counties and states
- Preparation of escrow closing instructions
- Preparation of document exhibits and assistance with document assembly
- Research state and local transfer tax, recording and document execution obligations and requirements
QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities
- Excellent grammar and writing skills with the ability to draft, proofread, and edit legal documents as needed
- Proven analytical and organizational skills with the ability to problem-solve, think independently, and manage projects with appropriate supervision
- Keen attention to detail with the ability review documentation and follow up requirements
- Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues, clients, and opposing parties
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize; ability to manage time sensitive documents and other information with confidentiality and discretion
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
- Ability and aptitude to work with numbers and mathematical calculations
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including, Word and Excel with ability to merge files and databases
- Proficiency with Adobe and Kofax PDF, and document comparison and formatting software such as Litera and Forte
- Knowledge of conducting online research of public offices for tax, recording, zoning, and other information
- Ability to be flexible and work additional hours as needed
QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience
- High School degree or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree, or comparable experience preferred
- 5 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions/closings, including experience with acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, construction, and development
- Florida Notary Public license preferred
Position Information
Status: Non-Exempt
Work Arrangement: Hybrid with manager approval
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. 1 hour of paid vacation leave accrued for every 16 hours worked. 1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Tuition Reimbursement. Employee Referral Program. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.
Additional Information
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
About the Firm
Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.
We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.
