Legal Assistant / Paralegal | Junior-Mid| Harrisburg, PA | Full-Time |

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to join a collaborative legal team in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional who enjoys supporting attorneys, managing legal documentation, coordinating transactions, and providing exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will have experience assisting with real estate transactions and legal document preparation, while also demonstrating a willingness to expand into additional practice areas such as debt collection and general legal support.

Responsibilities

• Cook up residential and commercial real estate closings from file opening through post-closing activities.
• Review title commitments, title searches, and related documents for accuracy.
• Prepare and organize closing documentation.
• Draft legal documents, including:
• Deeds
• Agreements of Sale
• Affidavits
• Settlement-related documents
• Other legal correspondence and filings
• Utilize real estate settlement software (such as SoftPro) to manage closing transactions and documentation.
• Communicate with clients, lenders, title companies, real estate agents, and other parties to facilitate timely closings.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Provide administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys.
• Absorb debt collection matters and other legal practice areas as needed.
• Prepare correspondence, legal forms, and case-related documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive legal information.
• Perform additional paralegal and administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant.
• Strong legal document drafting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
• Willingness to learn additional legal practice areas, including debt collection.

Qualifications

• All Education Levels Considered.

Skills

• Real Estate Closings
• Real Estate Transactions
• Settlement Coordination
• Title Review
• Title Commitments
• Deed Preparation
• Agreements of Sale
• Affidavit Preparation
• Legal Document Drafting
• SoftPro
• Settlement Software
• Legal Research
• Case Management
• Client Communication
• Legal Administration
• Debt Collection Support
• Document Management
• Microsoft Office
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Multi-Attorney Support

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Profit Sharing Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Additional Information

• Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• Relocation Assistance: Not Available
• Visa Sponsorship: Not Available