Paralegal, Real Estate

JOB SUMMARY

Kutak Rock LLP seeks a commercial real estate paralegal to join its Tallahassee office. This position will provide support to its Real Estate practice and assist in various aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including documentation, due diligence, closing and post-closing activities for acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, development, and construction projects.  This role is ideal for a team-oriented professional with the desire and ability to work collaboratively in a collegial environment. For an exceptional candidate, the firm will consider fully remote placement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and summarize purchase agreements and related documents and preparing and tracking due diligence checklists
• Analyze title commitments, underlying title instruments and surveys, draft summaries and objection letters; and communicate directly with title companies and surveyors to resolve any title and survey issues
• Organize and fulfill conditions required to meet title requirement
• Conduct research on real property tax and ownership information
• Coordinate real estate closings to include preparation of closing documents and closing statements, coordination of closing and disbursements, and monitor document recordings
• Prepare title policy proformas with endorsements, final title insurance policies, and otherwise manage post-closing matters
• Review and summarize lease documents
• Prepare estoppel certificates, SNDAs and Memos of Lease

QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities

• Desire to learn about the practice area and thrive in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent grammar and writing skills with the ability to draft, proofread, and edit legal documents as needed
• Proven analytical and organizational skills with the ability to problem-solve, think independently, and manage projects with appropriate supervision
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Keen attention to detail with the ability to review documentation and follow up on various requirements
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues, clients, and opposing parties
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize; ability to manage time-sensitive documents and other information with confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner and ability to delegate when appropriate
• Ability and aptitude to work with numbers and mathematical calculations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel with ability to merge files and databases
• Proficiency with Adobe and Kofax PDF, and document comparison and formatting software such as Litera and Forte
• Knowledge of conducting online research of public offices for tax, recording, zoning, and other information
• Ability to be flexible and work additional hours as needed
   

 QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience

•  High School degree or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree, or comparable experience preferred
•  5+ years of experience in commercial real estate transactions/closings, including experience with acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, construction, and development preferred
•  Florida Notary Public license preferred

 Position Information

 Status: Non-Exempt

 Work Arrangement: Hybrid, Remote may be considered, Candidate must live in commutable distance of the Tallahassee, FL office. 

 Benefits 

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. 1 hour of paid vacation leave accrued for every 16 hours worked. 1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Tuition Reimbursement. Employee Referral Program. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.

Additional Information

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

About the Firm

Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.

We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.