Carlson Black O'Callaghan & Battenberg LLP
Senior Real Estate and Corporate Paralegal
Carlson Black O'Callaghan & Battenberg LLP, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
Senior Real Estate and Corporate Paralegal
Carlson Black has an immediate opening in our Madison office for a full-time real estate and corporate paralegal with at least five years of recent experience. The ability to manage workflow from multiple attorneys is a must.
Partner at Carlson Black O'Callaghan & Battenberg LLP
Job Summary This position assists and supports attorneys at the firm in meeting our clients’ needs in a wide variety of real estate and corporate transactions, including purchase/sale, financing, leasing and development.
Salary From $105,000 per year. We offer salaries that are comparable to most mid to large‑size law firms in Wisconsin, including a discretionary bonus and full benefits. We offer an exceptional work‑life balance.
To Apply Please email your resume directly to jobs@carlsonblack.com
Responsibilities
Preparing closing checklists and monitoring deadlines
Reviewing and analyzing title insurance commitments and title documents
Reviewing and analyzing plats and surveys
Utilizing online GIS and other mapping tools
Reviewing and analyzing local zoning ordinances
Preparing initial drafts of real estate documents including leases, purchase agreements, transfer returns, title affidavits and other closing documents.
Communicating frequently with supervising attorneys, clients, lenders, title companies, and surveyors
Assisting with due diligence activities
Reviewing and summarizing commercial leases
Assembling closing transcripts
Corporate Responsibilities
Preparing initial drafts of corporate documents, including articles of organization/incorporation and resolutions
Preparing and filing documents with WDFI, including organizational documents and annual reports
Preparing and maintaining corporate minute books
Preparing documents for commercial loan transactions
Preparing and filing UCC financing statements
General Responsibilities
Striving for 100% accuracy in everything you do
Ensuring all deadlines are being met in a timely manner
Managing workflow from multiple attorneys
Completing billing activities including time entry and preparation of client invoices
Willing to cross‑train and learn new skills as required
Assisting with general office administration
Required Skills and Experience
Must have prior experience in the real estate department of a law firm, in‑house law department, bank, or title insurance company
Must have superior organizational and time‑management skills, attention to detail and proven ability to work within a fast‑paced team environment with multiple deadlines
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn new things
Must have an entrepreneurial spirit and be willing to take initiative
Must be an independent thinker and self‑starter
Must have strong proofreading and grammatical skills
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Must be client‑service oriented
Benefits
Retirement savings plan
Health and dental insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Additional benefits as eligible
Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is an in‑person position, with occasional work‑from‑home opportunities.
Screening/Interviewing Procedures The initial stages of screening and interviewing will be conducted virtually.
Equal Opportunity We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Experience
Real estate: 5 years (Required)
Paralegal: 5 years (Required)
Work Location Madison, WI 53703
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Partner at Carlson Black O'Callaghan & Battenberg LLP
Job Summary This position assists and supports attorneys at the firm in meeting our clients’ needs in a wide variety of real estate and corporate transactions, including purchase/sale, financing, leasing and development.
Salary From $105,000 per year. We offer salaries that are comparable to most mid to large‑size law firms in Wisconsin, including a discretionary bonus and full benefits. We offer an exceptional work‑life balance.
To Apply Please email your resume directly to jobs@carlsonblack.com
Responsibilities
Preparing closing checklists and monitoring deadlines
Reviewing and analyzing title insurance commitments and title documents
Reviewing and analyzing plats and surveys
Utilizing online GIS and other mapping tools
Reviewing and analyzing local zoning ordinances
Preparing initial drafts of real estate documents including leases, purchase agreements, transfer returns, title affidavits and other closing documents.
Communicating frequently with supervising attorneys, clients, lenders, title companies, and surveyors
Assisting with due diligence activities
Reviewing and summarizing commercial leases
Assembling closing transcripts
Corporate Responsibilities
Preparing initial drafts of corporate documents, including articles of organization/incorporation and resolutions
Preparing and filing documents with WDFI, including organizational documents and annual reports
Preparing and maintaining corporate minute books
Preparing documents for commercial loan transactions
Preparing and filing UCC financing statements
General Responsibilities
Striving for 100% accuracy in everything you do
Ensuring all deadlines are being met in a timely manner
Managing workflow from multiple attorneys
Completing billing activities including time entry and preparation of client invoices
Willing to cross‑train and learn new skills as required
Assisting with general office administration
Required Skills and Experience
Must have prior experience in the real estate department of a law firm, in‑house law department, bank, or title insurance company
Must have superior organizational and time‑management skills, attention to detail and proven ability to work within a fast‑paced team environment with multiple deadlines
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must have intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn new things
Must have an entrepreneurial spirit and be willing to take initiative
Must be an independent thinker and self‑starter
Must have strong proofreading and grammatical skills
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Must be client‑service oriented
Benefits
Retirement savings plan
Health and dental insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Parental leave
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Additional benefits as eligible
Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is an in‑person position, with occasional work‑from‑home opportunities.
Screening/Interviewing Procedures The initial stages of screening and interviewing will be conducted virtually.
Equal Opportunity We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Experience
Real estate: 5 years (Required)
Paralegal: 5 years (Required)
Work Location Madison, WI 53703
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Carlson Black O'Callaghan & Battenberg LLP by 2x.
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