Real Estate Paralegal (Orange County)
Sheppard, California, MO, United States
Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton, a global Am Law 50 firm, is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join our Orange County office.
Sheppard Mullin is hiring an experienced, detail‑oriented Real Estate / Transactional Paralegal to support attorneys in the Firm’s Real Estate practice group. This includes conducting due diligence, managing closing processes, and collaborating with external vendors to ensure efficient and accurate transaction handling. Technical, organizational, and administrative skills are necessary to handle the variety of duties and responsibilities outlined below. The position handles multiple projects, often in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment, requiring prioritization and flexibility. Collaboration with firm personnel at all levels is integral to the role.
Essential Job Functions
Communicates regularly with the team. Double checks work product before presenting attorneys for review and again before sending or filing. Conduct fact investigation and development, analysis and strategy, and document and file management. Must be available and able to work during core business hours. Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Required Qualifications
A minimum of 4‑7 years of Real Estate Paralegal experience working in a law firm. Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Possess excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Education And/or Experience
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus substantial and relevant work experience. A bachelor’s degree or some college is preferred. License And Certification
An ABA‑approved paralegal certification is required. Computer/Software Knowledge
Must have proficiency in Windows 11, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Zoom, and Teams. Must be able to quickly learn new skills and systems. Work Environment
Working indoors with limited exposure to hazards (only those that customarily come up with working in a high‑rise building). Indoor office work environment in a cubical or workstation. The current Firm policy is hybrid – working in the office a minimum of 3 days per week and working from home the rest of the week (subject to change). Overtime may be required as the job duties demand. Travel Requirements
Minimal domestic travel may be required to other SMRH offices and trials, up to 10%. California: The pay range for this position is $51.00 to $76.00 per hour.
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Communicates regularly with the team. Double checks work product before presenting attorneys for review and again before sending or filing. Conduct fact investigation and development, analysis and strategy, and document and file management. Must be available and able to work during core business hours. Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Required Qualifications
A minimum of 4‑7 years of Real Estate Paralegal experience working in a law firm. Ability to handle multiple projects with changing priorities while working independently in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Possess excellent spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Education And/or Experience
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, plus substantial and relevant work experience. A bachelor’s degree or some college is preferred. License And Certification
An ABA‑approved paralegal certification is required. Computer/Software Knowledge
Must have proficiency in Windows 11, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Professional, Zoom, and Teams. Must be able to quickly learn new skills and systems. Work Environment
Working indoors with limited exposure to hazards (only those that customarily come up with working in a high‑rise building). Indoor office work environment in a cubical or workstation. The current Firm policy is hybrid – working in the office a minimum of 3 days per week and working from home the rest of the week (subject to change). Overtime may be required as the job duties demand. Travel Requirements
Minimal domestic travel may be required to other SMRH offices and trials, up to 10%. California: The pay range for this position is $51.00 to $76.00 per hour.
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