A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Experienced Real Estate Paralegal Law Office of Casey M Egger, LLC Springfield, NJ Job Details Full-time $68,000 - $78,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Qualifications Google Workspace Teamwork Handling customer inquiries Real estate law English Legal firm experience Microsoft Office Attention to detail Dropbox Problem-solving Real estate closing management Law office experience Productivity software Legal case management Contract negotiation Negotiation Full Job Description We are a busy and fast-paced real estate law firm with a strong reputation for client service and teamwork. We handle a high volume of residential real estate transactions and pride ourselves on guiding clients through every step of the process with professionalism and care.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced (3 years minimum) real estate paralegal to manage residential real estate transactions from contract to closing. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and thrives in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. You'll be the primary point of contact for clients, agents, lenders, and attorneys throughout the transaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage real estate transactions from contract to closing with minimal attorney oversight Draft, review, and edit contracts, deeds, and closing documents Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, realtors, lenders, title agents, and attorneys Guide clients through each step of the transaction, explaining processes and requirements Track and manage deadlines, inspection periods, mortgage commitments, and closing dates Negotiate inspection issues with realtors and attorneys Order and review title work; identify and resolve title issues Coordinate document signing and closing arrangements Maintain organized digital files and task lists to ensure nothing falls through the cracks
Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of experience handling residential real estate transactions in a law firm or title company Strong working knowledge of New Jersey real estate law and closing procedures Excellent communication and negotiation skills Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple files simultaneously Comfortable working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google workspace, Dropbox and case management systems (experience with MyCase is a plus)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$68,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Free parking Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time
