Real Estate Paralegal (Affordable Housing)

Company: Esquire Recruiting, LLC
Location: Austin
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Real Estate (Affordable Housing) Paralegal - AM LAW 200 - Austin, TX Our highly successful AM LAW 200 law firm client is hiring an experienced real estate Paralegal to work on affordable housing matters in their Austin, TX office. Responsibilities include document management, performing ---routine and advanced tasks as an aid to attorneys in a complex and productive real estate ---practice. Additionally, this position is expected to utilize knowledge within the specialized area ---to perform legal research, document drafting and ---technical procedures.--- Our client is offering a highly competitive compensation and benefit package. Please send resume to Becky Shelton: Becky@esquire-recruiting.comDuties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with closing and post-closing matters at attorney direction
• Assemble electronic closing binders, updates them, and interacts with clients to respond to client requests
• Draft simple closing documents
• Process applications and requests to governmental agencies
• Perform factual research at government agencies via the internet
• Organize and maintain complex transaction files and closing checklists
• Assemble documents for closing and handle post-closing delivery requirements
• Perform other tasks and--- duties as assignedQualifications Education and/or Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Paralegal Certificate preferred
  • 6+ years of relevant experience in Real Estate practice area
  • Knowledge of corporate organization and structure, including various forms of entities and applicable filing with Secretary of State and Comptroller
  • Familiarity with basic documents associated with real estate acquisitions and loan financing
  • Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills
  • Intermediate advanced experience with Microsoft Office 2010, Outlook, PDF, and Excel
  • Must be available to work overtime when needed and as requestedOther Skills and Abilities:The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
    • Strong organizational skills
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Good judgment
    • Strong interpersonal communication skills
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others.
    • Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion.
    • Able to work under pressure.
    • Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities.

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