We are seeking a Sr. Paralegal to join our team in Houston, Texas. This role is integral to our operations in the commercial real estate sector. The successful candidate will be instrumental in supporting attorneys with all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, leasing, and development.
Responsibilities:
• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of commercial real estate transactions, including the drafting, reviewing, and revising of transactional documents like purchase agreements, lease agreements, and loan documents
• Conduct, organize, and ensure the completion of due diligence tasks, including title and survey reviews, environmental reports, and zoning analyses
• Prepare closing checklists, manage timelines, and liaise between clients, attorneys, and third parties to ensure smooth closings
• Assist with the formation of corporate entities and the preparation of necessary organizational documents for real estate deals, including resolutions and operating agreements
• Review and summarize title commitments, endorsements, and surveys; prepare title objection letters and coordinate resolution of title issues
• Draft legal descriptions, amendments, closing statements, and escrow instructions; assist with the preparation and filing of documents for commercial lending and borrowing
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic files in compliance with firm policies, and support other administrative tasks as necessary
Responsibilities:
• Assist attorneys throughout all phases of commercial real estate transactions, including the drafting, reviewing, and revising of transactional documents like purchase agreements, lease agreements, and loan documents
• Conduct, organize, and ensure the completion of due diligence tasks, including title and survey reviews, environmental reports, and zoning analyses
• Prepare closing checklists, manage timelines, and liaise between clients, attorneys, and third parties to ensure smooth closings
• Assist with the formation of corporate entities and the preparation of necessary organizational documents for real estate deals, including resolutions and operating agreements
• Review and summarize title commitments, endorsements, and surveys; prepare title objection letters and coordinate resolution of title issues
• Draft legal descriptions, amendments, closing statements, and escrow instructions; assist with the preparation and filing of documents for commercial lending and borrowing
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic files in compliance with firm policies, and support other administrative tasks as necessary
• Proficiency in Aderant is a significant requirement
• Expertise in Adobe Acrobat is essential for this role
• Experience with athenahealth software is necessary
• Knowledge of Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) is a must
• Ability to carry out effective briefing sessions is required
• Excellent calendar management skills are needed for this position
• Experience in claim administration is crucial
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, are required
• Proficiency in complaint handling is essential for this role.
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