We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our team in New Haven, Connecticut. This role focuses on supporting attorneys with residential and commercial real estate transactions from initial contracts through closing. The ideal candidate will excel in managing deadlines, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and maintaining effective communication with all parties involved in the process.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee real estate transactions, ensuring all phases from contract signing to post-closing are completed accurately and efficiently.<br>• Monitor contractual deadlines, contingencies, and essential dates to ensure compliance.<br>• Maintain regular communication with clients, lenders, real estate agents, title companies, and attorneys to facilitate smooth transactions.<br>• Coordinate title searches, municipal reports, and tax information, resolving any issues or discrepancies.<br>• Prepare closing documents such as settlement statements, conveyance documents, and lender packages while confirming accuracy.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to address title issues, liens, or encumbrances, ensuring timely resolutions.<br>• Ensure proper recording of deeds, mortgages, and related documents with municipal offices.<br>• Draft Connecticut-specific legal documents, affidavits, and adjustment statements for taxes, utilities, and fees.<br>• Provide clients with detailed explanations of closing processes and required documentation.<br>• Assemble post-closing binders and track outstanding items like releases, escrow holdbacks, or unresolved matters.
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Paralegal to join a dynamic municipal law office in Waterbury, Connecticut. This Contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to legal processes and support attorneys in various areas, including litigation, administrative proceedings, and labor and employment matters. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case preparation and decision-making.<br>• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, and correspondence for submission to courts and administrative agencies.<br>• Organize and prepare deposition binders, trial exhibits, and other necessary materials for hearings and proceedings.<br>• Maintain and manage attorneys’ calendars, ensuring deadlines are tracked and communicated effectively.<br>• Monitor case progress and provide updates to attorneys as needed.<br>• Assist with administrative tasks related to litigation, including discovery and document management.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to ensure compliance with legal procedures and timelines.<br>• Perform other legal and administrative duties as required to support the office.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a commercial real estate company in the Greater Hartford area in their search for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal with extensive leasing experience. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing and overseeing commercial real estate leases, ensuring all legal and administrative aspects are handled efficiently. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to high-value real estate transactions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain commercial real estate lease documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Review lease agreements to ensure compliance with legal standards and organizational policies.</p><p>• Provide support in drafting, editing, and finalizing lease contracts and amendments.</p><p>• Conduct research on real estate laws and regulations to advise on compliance matters.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate lease negotiations.</p><p>• Ensure timely processing and tracking of lease agreements and related documentation.</p><p>• Assist in resolving lease-related issues by coordinating with legal and business teams.</p><p>• Maintain organized records of all lease transactions and updates in the company database.</p><p>• Support the preparation of reports and summaries related to leasing activities.</p><p>• Stay informed about changes in real estate laws and practices to enhance operational efficiency.</p>
We are looking for a Litigation Attorney to join the Office of the Corporation Counsel in Waterbury, Connecticut. This contract position involves providing legal services to a municipality, including handling litigation, trials, and administrative proceedings. The ideal candidate will bring strong communication, research, and writing skills, coupled with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide legal advice and representation to municipal departments, boards, and commissions, including attending meetings as needed.<br>• Prepare cases for trial, including conducting depositions of witnesses and drafting motions such as dispositive motions and motions in limine.<br>• Represent the municipality during trials, hearings, and proceedings before courts, administrative agencies, and other governing bodies.<br>• Conduct legal research and draft comprehensive legal opinions based on applicable statutes, case law, and municipal regulations.<br>• Ensure compliance with the city’s charter, ordinances, codes, and policies in all legal matters.<br>• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, briefing, and motion practice.<br>• Draft clear and concise legal documents with attention to accuracy and detail.<br>• Address additional legal tasks and responsibilities as assigned.