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Paralegal - Real Estate - Fort Lauderdale. A full-service law firm serving clients locally, nationally, and internationally, is seeking a Paralegal for its Real Estate Practice in the Fort Lauderdale office. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience working as a Real Estate Paralegal in a law firm. Our paralegals operate within a complex commercial real estate practice that emphasizes a team-based approach. Strong title and survey skills are crucial, along with excellent technical abilities and strong oral and written communication skills. This position demands keen attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Job Responsibility:
Assist with preparing and reviewing closing documents for commercial and residential real estate purchase and sale transactions
Aid in preparing and reviewing loan documents, including UCC Financing Statements
Coordinate closings for commercial and residential real estate transactions by maintaining a closing checklist, preparing and distributing signature page packages, reviewing settlement statements, and coordinating with various transaction parties as necessary
Order and review title and survey documents (including title exceptions), prepare title and survey objection letters, and create title/survey memoranda and escrow closing letters
Order and collect typical legal due diligence items for sale and loan transactions, including zoning/governmental compliance letters, UCC/judgment searches, entity authority documents, good standing certificates, and estoppel letters from lienholders, tenants, and other parties involved in declarations, easements, and similar agreements
Order, review, and abstract UCC/judgment/lien search results
Obtain and review zoning reports and conduct relevant zoning analyses
Conduct lease reviews and prepare lease abstracts
Manage the filing and recording of documents
Prepare closing binders and address post-closing matters
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong title and survey skills
Advanced technical skills
Excellent oral and written communication abilities
Keen attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Capability to handle various tasks without error, set priorities, and accommodate rush requests
Knowledge of legal terms and matters to ensure that submitted forms include all necessary related parties
Strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail
Superior communication and customer service skills, demonstrating courtesy and diplomacy
Ability to think creatively about new solutions and implement best practices
Generally, core working hours are from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, with the flexibility to work overtime as needed
Physical attendance and punctuality at the workplace are required