What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Paralegal position at Sayegh Law Firm?
Company Description The Law Firm of William G. Sayegh, P.C. is a general practice firm with its main office in downtown Carmel, New York, near the Putnam County Courthouse, and additional offices in Dutchess and Westchester Counties. The firm handles a broad range of matters, including personal injury, complex commercial litigation, medical malpractice, residential and commercial real estate transactions, matrimonial and family law, criminal defense, civil litigation, estate planning, elder law, estate administration, aviation law, and appeals. Sayegh Law Firm serves both businesses and individuals, providing comprehensive legal services tailored to diverse client needs. The firm has a strong litigation presence, appearing in all New York courts, federal district courts, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, and other jurisdictions throughout the United States.
Role Description The Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys with residential and commercial real estate transactions in a full-time, on-site role based in Fishkill, NY. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and reviewing real estate documents, coordinating title searches and title insurance, and assisting with due diligence for purchases, sales, and financing. The role involves managing transaction timelines, communicating with clients, lenders, real estate agents, and other parties, and organizing closing files and post-closing documentation. The paralegal will also draft and review leases and related agreements, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with firm procedures and applicable laws.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess skills in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting contracts, closing documents, and correspondence.
- Candidates should possess skills in Due Diligence and Commercial Real Estate, including reviewing contracts, financials, and transaction materials.
- Candidates should possess skills related to Title Insurance, including coordinating title searches, clearing title issues, and preparing title-related documents.
- Candidates should possess skills in handling Leases, including drafting, reviewing, and tracking residential and commercial lease agreements.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with attorneys, clients, lenders, and other stakeholders.
- Proficiency with office productivity software and legal document management systems.
- Prior experience as a real estate paralegal or in a law firm real estate department is strongly preferred.
- Paralegal certificate or relevant coursework, and/or an associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field is beneficial.