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DLA Piper · 2 hours ago

Sr. Paralegal - Real Estate

DC-Baltimore Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$47.70/hr - $63.21/hr

6+ years exp

DLA Piper is a collaborative and supportive law firm that values its people. As a Sr. Paralegal - Real Estate, you will assist attorneys with various substantive duties related to real estate transactions, including document preparation and coordination with clients and legal counsel.

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Responsibilities

Assists with due diligence required for real estate transactions

Orders, reviews and analyzes title commitments, recorded documents and surveys

Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists for real estate transactions

Prepares required documents and coordinates execution and delivery of documentation to other parties’ counsel, lenders, governmental agencies, vendors, etc

Assists with preparation of tax related applications and works with clients to obtain required documentation

Prepares petitions for tax consolidation and/or divisions

Reviews and abstracts leases; must have extensive experience with commercial leases and be able to prepare drafts of leases and lease amendments

Manages data rooms and matter files

Qualification

Real Estate LawParalegal CertificateDocument PreparationWord ProcessingData AnalysisInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem SolvingCollaborationEmotional Intelligence

Required

Bachelor's degree and/or a Paralegal certificate

6 years of paralegal experience in Real Estate law

Must have strong skills in Word, Excel and Outlook

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills required to interact with staff, paralegals, attorneys and clients on a daily basis

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required to handle multiple projects and assignments at once

Solid technical skills are necessary to set-up, track and maintain matters

Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Must have ability and experience with conducting fact gathering and analyzing information

Anticipates needs of attorneys and exercises sound independent judgment

Possess advanced knowledge of practice area rules and procedures

Must be able to identify interrelationships among cases, statutes, regulations and other legal authorities

Has a complete understanding of the interdependence of the Firm's practice groups

Excellent organizational skills required along with ability to handle multiple projects and assignments at once

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Mentors case assistants and junior paralegals

Business Acumen: Understand the firm's business model, operations, and strategic goals; work with PG leadership to develop and implement their strategies and initiatives in alignment to the firm's

Relationship Building: Build trust and rapport with leaders and employees at all levels

Problem Solving: Identify root causes of issues and develop pragmatic solutions

Influence & Impact: Persuade others to support initiatives, balancing stakeholder needs and organizational priorities

Change Leadership: Champion change and help others adapt in dynamic environments

Analytical Thinking: Use data to drive decisions and measure outcomes

Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrate self-awareness, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills

Results Orientation: Deliver high-quality outcomes and meet commitments

Collaboration: foster positive work relationships with leadership, HR and firm peers

Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner

Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product

Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required

Comply with all firm policies and practices

Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment

Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned