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.
New Haven (preferred), Hartford, Stamford, CT - Hybrid Work Schedule Do you have paralegal experience? Do you have strong organization skills and excellent attention to detail? Are you excited about the opportunity to join an innovative, growing law firm that has been successful for more than 165 years? Harris Beach Murtha's Commercial Real Estate practice group is in search of a Paralegal. This talented individual will primarily be working directly with institutional lenders, corporations, partnerships and other entities in the financing, sale and purchase of commercial real estate. You will THRIVE in this role if you have: 6+ years legal experience working in commercial real estate transactions High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree (preferred), paralegal certificate (preferred) Experience with MS office and expertise with computer assisted legal resources Sound judgment and a sense of accountability for working independently and proactively Exceptional oral and written communication, including excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, form, and style Excellent multitasking and time management abilities Superior client service and listening skills for anticipating needs of clients and attorneys The Paralegal will draft purchase and sale agreements, correspondence and memoranda, and handle multi-family and multi-state transactions. Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to: Review loan commitment letters, draft checklists etc. Draft commercial loan closing documents, correspondence and memoranda Coordinate and review title, survey, zoning, insurance, municipal search, UCC, litigation, bankruptcy, and corporate due diligence materials Prepare pre- and post-closing packages Attend to all aspects of post-closing follow-up, including but not limited to e-Recording, addressing recording issues, final title policy review, document transmittals to clients, follow-through on undertaking items Collaborate with Finance Department with respect to incoming and outgoing financial transactions Harris Beach Murtha recognizes everyone has a right to be included. You will be
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in your career at the firm if you: Exhibit the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Believe in the firm's core values: collaboration, inclusion, ingenuity, respect, integrity, and commitment Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm Complete a minimum of 1400 billable hours annually Are comfortable working in the office on a hybrid schedule Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #Hybrid
