The Taft law firm is searching for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal for our Washington DC office (currently operating as Morris, Manning & Martin). This position will support partners and associates in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Paralegal certificate preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of commercial real estate experience, preferably in a law firm environment
- Strong work ethic
- Sound judgment, decision-making and reasoning abilities
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Coordination and review of title and survey and managing proforma and policy terms
- Due diligence management
- Abstracting contracts
- Preparing checklist of critical dates and contract terms
- Drafting contract amendments and ancillary documents
- Drafting acquisition/sale documents and closing statement
- Preparation of title rejection letters
- Coordinating all aspects of the transaction closing
- Closing binder preparation
The Firm offers a very competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, 401K and PTO. A background check is required. The salary range for this position is $90,000-115,000/year. Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted information based on work experience, education, and/or skill level.