Senior Paralegal, Real Estate
Dechert LLP · Philadelphia, PA · 2 wk ago
HybridAdministrative$109k–$137k/yrFull-time
Essential Job Functions
- Independently reviews title commitments, surveys and zoning reports for commercial properties.
- Prepares and distributes comment memos.
- Collaborates with title companies, surveyors, and zoning consultants.
- Organizes transactions involving multiple properties, and manages large deal files.
- Affords assistance with drafting loan documents.
- Collaborates with closing teams and organizes large deal closing binders.
- Assists with specific client needs, such as electronic document submission.
- Assists with miscellaneous projects assigned by FRE attorneys, paralegals, and/or practice group director or administrator.
- Practices and fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.
- Performs any and all other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the Department, Office and Firm.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of experience as a commercial real estate paralegal with title, survey and zoning report review skills.
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required.
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with other employees.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
- Ability to prioritize and coordinate work with a high level of organization.
- Ability to think critically and analytically in a time-pressured environment.
- Systems Required: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), iManage, Workday, Carpe Diem, Box, and PDF software.
Additional Job Description
At the time of this posting, the salary range for this position in New York and Boston is $109,000.00 to $137,000.00 annually. Actual compensation is commensurate with job related knowledge, skills, experience and location of the position.