Paralegal, Real Estate

Job Summary

Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Paralegal to join its Scottsdale office. This position will provide support to its real estate and corporate practices to assist in various aspects of commercial transactions, including preparation of documentation, real estate and corporate due diligence and 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
• Monitoring post-closing deliveries and other requirements
• Preparation of correspondence and memoranda
• Preparation of initial draft documents for attorney review
• Preparation of lease and loan document abstracts
• Preparation of UCC financing statements
• Preparation, review and filing of organizational and authority documents
• Order UCC lien searches and preparation of summaries of lien search results

QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities

• Experience with title and survey reviews and coordination of real estate transactions
• Excellent grammar and writing skills
• 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
• 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 corporate, tax, recording, 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
• 3 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions
• Arizona Notary Public license preferred

Position Information

Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $80,000-$105,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience

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. Consideration of any background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.

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 21 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.