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.
Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time $60,450 - $74,100 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Teamwork Serving clients Civil litigation support Client services Organizational skills Contracts Full Job Description Overview Bousquet Holstein PLLC is a full-service law firm serving individual and business clients through an interdisciplinary, team-based approach. The Firm was founded on a set of core beliefs, including a belief in the value of teamwork and respect for each individual's contribution. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities in which our clients and employees live and work. We are currently seeking an experienced, full-time Paralegal to support our Real Estate Practice Group. We encourage qualified candidates, including those from historically underrepresented groups in the legal profession, to apply.
Salary Range:
$31.00-$38.00 per hour ($60,450 - $74,100), commensurate with experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assist with and manage commercial and residential real estate transactions on a day-to-day basis, from inception to completion Prepare, draft, and edit typical commercial real estate transaction documents, including mortgages, leases, deeds, assignments, releases, title affidavits, transfer forms, related corporate authorization documents, and post-closing documents, including closing binders Review abstracts of title and complete title reports/commitments for review with attorneys Coordinate and resolve issues with title companies, surveyors, lenders, real estate agents, and transaction parties Analyze and interpret real property due diligence materials, records, and documents, including appraisals, surveys, abstracts of title, judgment and lien searches, and tax records Analyze and interpret entity due diligence materials, records, and documents, including LLC operating agreements, corporation bylaws, trust documents, entity certificates, and other records Assist with estate planning real estate conveyances, such as conveyances to irrevocable and revocable trusts
Requirements:
Prior real estate transaction experience Prior commercial lending experience Ability to multi-task and adjust to changing work priorities on an as-needed basis Possess good organizational skills, judgment, and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines Professional, courteous, attentive to detail, and delivery of high quality client service Although not required, experience working in Central New York counties, such as Onondaga, Oneida, Oswego, Cayuga, and Tompkins, is a plus Although not required, bachelor's degree, associate degree, or paralegal certificate is a plus Interested candidates should submit resume and cover letter to Lisa Bachar, Director of Human Resources, at .
Pay:
$60,450.00 - $74,100.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance
