Real Estate and Finance Paralegal

JOB SUMMARY:

 

The role of Paralegal is to perform specifically delegated, substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible. This position is the Real Estate Section practice area in the Richmond, VA office.

 

Essential Job Functions:

• Managing complex commercial real estate transactions, drafting real estate transaction documents, managing closing timetables/deadlines, reviewing and analyzing real estate title and survey documents.
• Document preparation for large commercial acquisition, development and financing transactions.
• Drafting closing documents and related easements and agreements, zoning opinion letters, leases and other documents.
• Title and survey review and analysis, specifically commercial real estate loans
• Drafting closing documents and tracking transaction documentation
• Preparing closing checklists and timelines
• Perform paralegal duties and responsibilities as directed by group leader and other attorneys in assigned substantive practice group.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and writing skills.
• Receive and follow complex instructions.
• Will be able to juggle multiple assignments in a fast-paced team oriented environment.
• Will possess impeccable attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Must be a self-starter, detail-oriented with strong organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
• Possesses strong client relations skills.
• Docket and take appropriate action to monitor and meet deadlines.
• Perform all assignments in strict compliance with ethical guidelines governing the practice of law.
• Demonstrate good teamwork skills within and among practice groups, offices and firm to facilitate efficient delivery of legal services.
• Consistently exhibit a high degree of professionalism.
• Use initiative and discretion in accomplishing routine assignments with minimum supervision.
• Participate in the training and professional development of other paralegals in routine practice elements.

 

Qualifications and Requirements:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and/or Experience:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Has 5 or more years of experience with commercial real estate transactions, specifically title and survey; Law firm or title company experience preferred; or any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, with salary requirements, to richmond.staffresumes@troutmansanders.com.