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Dechert LLP · 6 hours ago

Senior Paralegal

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Dechert LLP is a leading law firm seeking a senior paralegal for its Finance and Real Estate practice group. The senior paralegal will work independently and with attorneys to manage commercial real estate transactions, including reviewing title commitments and coordinating with various stakeholders.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Independently reviews title commitments, surveys and zoning reports for commercial properties

Prepares and distributes comment memos

Coordinates with title companies, surveyors, and zoning consultants

Organizes transactions involving multiple properties, and manages large deal files

Assist with drafting loan documents

Works with closing teams and organizes large deal closing binders

Assists with specific client needs, e.g. electronic document submission

Assists with miscellaneous projects assigned by FRE attorneys, paralegals, and/or practice group director or administrator

Practices and fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation

Performs any and all other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the Department, Office and Firm

Qualification

Commercial real estate experienceTitleSurveyZoning reviewMicrosoft Office SuiteIManageOrganizationCommunication skillsCritical thinkingTeamworkConfidentiality

Required

Minimum of five years of experience as a commercial real estate paralegal with title, survey and zoning report review skills

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required

Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with other employees

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Ability to maintain confidential information

Ability to prioritize and coordinate work with a high level of organization

Ability to think critically and analytically in a time-pressured environment

Systems Required: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), iManage, Workday, Carpe Diem, Box, and PDF software

Company

Dechert LLP

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Dechert is the law firm that helps business leaders lead.

Founded in 1875

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.dechert.com/

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