Overview
Real Estate Attorney Jobs in Madison, NJ at Hampton Hills Group
The Paralegal is responsible for providing legal and administrative support to lawyers and the legal team, managing legal documents and correspondence, scheduling appointments and meetings, and maintaining filing systems. You will also be expected to assist with legal research, prepare legal documents, for drafting and proofreading legal correspondence, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion are expected. Under the direct supervision of the Firm’s attorneys, a Paralegal performs substantive legal work and status updates that requires basic knowledge of the law and legal concepts.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the drafting, review, and management of real estate documents (purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan documents, etc.)
Title and survey reviews
Assist in closings and coordinate with various department representatives, outside professionals, lenders, and title companies
Conduct due diligence in connection with purchase transactions, and facilitate providing of due diligence materials to contract purchasers
Support attorneys with real estate transactions and management of outside counsel in connection with litigation arising from company business as needed
Job Expectations of all employees
Works with integrity, excellence, and humility to promote teamwork with all colleagues.
Demonstrates excellent internal and external customer service skills such as friendly greeting, making eye contact, listening attentively, responding in a timely manner, showing respect and empathy and acting as a role to model peers.
Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
Complies with established policies, procedures, and codes of conduct at all times.
Practices and teaches safety awareness. Identifies and reports or corrects any possible safety or environmental issues.
Work occasionally requires more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours.
Experience:
7+ years of experience as a real estate paralegal (or equivalent legal support experience)
Familiarity with closing procedures and real estate documentation
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficiency in commonly utilized office operating systems and programs, and ability to quickly develop familiarity with systems utilized by the company
Compensation:
Salary Exempt Pay Range 65-85k plus annual discretionary bonus based on company performance.
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Title: Real Estate Attorney
Company: Hampton Hills Group
Location: Madison, NJ
