Real Estate Paralegal

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Located in Utica, NY

Salary: $30+ Per Hour (DOE)

Law firm in Utica is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal to join their legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex real estate transactions and legal matters, supporting attorneys with a variety of tasks related to estate planning, mortgages, wills, and more. The ideal candidate will possess strong research skills, legal drafting abilities, and experience with case management systems. This position provides a dynamic environment for professional growth within a reputable law firm.

Duties

• Assist attorneys with real estate transactions, including title searches, preparing deeds and wills, document review, open up new estate paperwork and due diligence
• Prepare and organize legal documents such as contracts, deeds, and closing statements
• Manage case files using document management systems
• Draft legal correspondence, reports, and summaries with precision and clarity
• Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy and compliance
• Support litigation activities related to real estate disputes or other legal areas as needed
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to facilitate smooth case progression
• Maintain organized filing systems both electronically and physically
• Perform administrative tasks including data entry, scheduling, and document management

Skills

• Proven experience as a paralegal in a law office setting with familiarity in real estate law or related fields required
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence
• Attention to detail in proofreading and document review processes
• Effective interviewing skills for client or witness interactions when necessary
• Proficiency in legal administrative support tasks such as filing, data entry, and document management systems
• Strong communication skills with professional phone etiquette
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
• Knowledge of various practice areas including litigation procedures, contract drafting, mortgage vendor experience along with working with municipalities, small claims court proceedings, etc.

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