What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Pavese Law Firm?
Pavese Law Firm is currently seeking a full-time Real Estate Paralegal/Legal Assistant for our Fort Myers office. This position supports the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group, with a focus on commercial development and transactions.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate due diligence for a variety of commercial real estate transactions.
- Review and summarize title commitments, surveys, and title objection letters.
- Work closely with attorneys and title companies to clear title issues and obtain title policies.
- Prepare and file a variety of real estate documents, including deeds, mortgages, memoranda of leases, bills of sales, transfer documents, and declarations of covenants.
- Prepare closing checklists and coordinate the closing process for commercial and residential real estate transactions.
- Assist with various aspects of development and land use applications.
- Prepare and distribute closing documents under the direct supervision of an attorney.
- Maintain accurate daily time entries and assist with filing and other administrative tasks.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the Real Estate Practice Group.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years real estate experience required, preferably in a law firm, title company or similar professional setting.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with attorneys, clients, professional staff, and outside parties.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
We offer an engaging work environment, competitive salary, along with an excellent benefits package:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short-term and Long-term disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Supplemental benefits (Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident plans)
- Identity Theft Protection
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Ready to take the next step in your legal career? Submit your resume and cover letter to resumes@paveselaw.com.
Pavese Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $51,243 - $70,648