Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC · 6 hours ago
Legal Assistant - Commercial Real Estate
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSimmons Perrine PLC is a full-service law firm headquartered in Cedar Rapids, IA, and they are seeking an experienced business professional to join their Real Estate Law Practice Group. The role involves managing various tasks related to billing, case management, client communication, document preparation, and real estate closings.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Review and respond to emails, addressing any questions or tasks promptly
Fulfill requests from attorneys, including searching legal descriptions, providing verification of property ownership, creating documents (e.g., Deeds, Declaration of Value, Groundwater Hazard Statements), updating closing documents and signature pages and completing title opinions
Manage abstracts that are sent or received by the firm to comply with industry standards
Manage and track continuing education credits obtained by assigned attorney(s)
Manage active real estate matters and documentation using document management and real estate software
Manage monthly billing tasks for attorneys including reviewing pre-bills, invoices and statements of account
Assist team of attorney(s) with real estate closings and accompanying documentation and fund transfers
Record legal documents for team of attorneys from multiple practice groups
Fielding and addressing client communications in general and as specifically requested
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work independently and proactively
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat and legal research tools
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced and high-volume environment
Legal administrative: 1 year (Required)
Real estate administrative: 1 year (Required)
Preferred
Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is preferred
Experience with Title Opinions, real estate closings and abstracts is preferred
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Profit sharing
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC is an Iowa-based law firm.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ryan Buresh
Chief Financial Officer
Jacob Koller
Attorney (Member/Partner)
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