Real Estate Paralegal

About the Role

Greenberg Traurig (GT) is seeking a highly skilled Real Estate Paralegal to join our Real Estate team in the San Diego office. This hybrid position will provide organizational and practice-specific assistance to attorneys in all stages of real estate transactions, from pre- to post-closing duties. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and demonstrates strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in drafting, managing, and organizing various documents related to real estate transactions, including escrow instructions, title and survey review, entity formations, UCC searches, local transfer requirements, and due diligence.
• Utilizes, creates, or establishes procedures to manage large, complex transactions; attends closings and manages closing rooms; coordinates workflow and execution of closing documents; tracks, obtains, and organizes pre- and post-closing documents.
• Drafts closing documents, including basic agreements and third-party consents; compiles information and prepares schedules and exhibits to agreements.
• Assists with post-closing matters, including mailings, closing binders, and transfer agreements.
• Manages the preparation and filing of various documents, including amendments and closing documents, as well as preparation of opinions for partner approval.
• Serves as a mentor and provides leadership and training for mid- and entry-level paralegals and paralegal clerks.
• Maintains timely and accurate timekeeping records.
• Assists with other department activities as needed and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Flexible to work overtime as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; must be qualified as pursuant to the California Business and Professional Code 6450.
• Preferred: Paralegal Certificate from an ABA Accredited Program or a Paralegal Certification as issued by the NALA or the NFPA.
• Minimum of five or more years of real estate paralegal experience within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the real estate practice area.
• Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management and support staff.
• Proactive self-starter who understands details within a larger context.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability, and ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Excellent client service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision.
• Flexibility and ability to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally required to move from workstation or desk throughout the work area to collaborate with colleagues or retrieve work assignments.
• May be sedentary, requiring sitting for extended periods of time.
• Requires manual dexterity to dial a telephone, enter data into a computer, handle objects, and use office equipment.
• Some filing is required, which may involve lifting files, opening filing cabinets, and bending or standing as necessary.

Pay

Hourly Range: $55-$66 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus for full-time employees.
• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary programs: accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and Transit programs (available in certain markets).