Real Estate Legal Assistant
Jobot, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our team. This role is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment, providing comprehensive support to our legal team in the area of real estate law. The successful candidate will have the chance to work on a variety of real estate transactions, including residential and commercial closings. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented individual with a strong understanding of real estate law and the closing process, including title policies and post‑closing procedures.
Job Details Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 per year
Responsibilities
Assisting with all aspects of real estate transactions, from the initial contract to the closing, including drafting and reviewing documents, coordinating with all parties involved, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Preparing and reviewing title commitments and title policies, addressing any title issues that may arise, and coordinating with title companies to resolve any problems.
Managing post‑closing procedures, including recording documents, disbursing funds, and preparing final closing statements.
Maintaining organized and up‑to‑date files for all transactions, ensuring that all necessary documents are properly filed and readily accessible.
Communicating effectively with clients, realtors, lenders, and other parties involved in transactions, providing timely and accurate information and addressing any questions or concerns.
Performing other administrative tasks as needed, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and preparing correspondence.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Real Estate Legal Assistant or in a related role.
Strong knowledge of real estate law and the closing process, including experience with title policies and post‑closing procedures.
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to ensure the accuracy of legal documents and other materials.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, realtors, lenders, and other parties.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other legal software.
Paralegal certification or equivalent is a plus.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
401(k) + contribution
PTO
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Job Details Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 per year
Responsibilities
Assisting with all aspects of real estate transactions, from the initial contract to the closing, including drafting and reviewing documents, coordinating with all parties involved, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Preparing and reviewing title commitments and title policies, addressing any title issues that may arise, and coordinating with title companies to resolve any problems.
Managing post‑closing procedures, including recording documents, disbursing funds, and preparing final closing statements.
Maintaining organized and up‑to‑date files for all transactions, ensuring that all necessary documents are properly filed and readily accessible.
Communicating effectively with clients, realtors, lenders, and other parties involved in transactions, providing timely and accurate information and addressing any questions or concerns.
Performing other administrative tasks as needed, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and preparing correspondence.
Qualifications
Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Real Estate Legal Assistant or in a related role.
Strong knowledge of real estate law and the closing process, including experience with title policies and post‑closing procedures.
Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to ensure the accuracy of legal documents and other materials.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, realtors, lenders, and other parties.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other legal software.
Paralegal certification or equivalent is a plus.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
401(k) + contribution
PTO
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