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FULL-TIME HYBRID REAL ESTATE LEGAL ASSISTANT NEEDED
Are you a
Real Estate Legal Assistant
or
Paralegal
looking for the flexibility to work from home and in office? We have an immediate need for a
Legal Assistant
to support a busy
Real Estate
law practice in either the Cleveland or Columbus office. There will be some flexibility with remote work 1-2 days/week. The focus of the firm is to develop and maintain long-term client partnerships through the creation of an exceptional client experience. Candidate must have at least
6 years of litigation experience
working as a
Real Estate Legal Assistant
or
Paralegal
including the following:
Experience and Hard Skills (MUST HAVE):
6+ years of experience handling the following tasks;
Pre-Litigation Support
Investigating and summarizinng real estate disputes;
Gathering property records, deeds, zoning maps, and land use documents;
Reviewing contracts, leases, and title insurance policies;
Assisting with demand letters and settlement negotiations.
Pleadings & Filings
Drafting complaints, answers, motions and other pleadings;
Filing documents with state and federal courts;
Tracking filing deadlines and ensuring compliance with court rules.
Discovery
Drafting and responding to discovery requests;
Coordinating document collection from clients, title companies, or real estate agents;
Reviewing and organizing discovery materials, including real estate records and communications;
Managing and analyzing e-discovery platforms and documenting review databases.
Legal Research & Writing
Researching statutes, case law, zoning regulations, and land use ordinances;
Preparing legal memoranda and researching summaries for attorneys;
Cite-checking and proofreading legal briefs and court filings.
Client & Witness Support
Interviewing clients and fact witnesses;
Drafting and organizing witness statements or declarations;
Scheduling and preparing for depositions and mediations.
Trial & Hearing Preparation
Preparing exhibit binders, trial notebooks, and witness lists;
Coordinating subpoena service and witness appearance;
Assisting with courtroom technology setup;
Attending hearings or trials to assist attorneys.
Post-Trial & Case Management
Assisting with enforcement of judgments, lien filings, or eviction proceedings;
Maintaining case calendars, docket deadlines, and litigation checklists;
Updating and managing case management systems and client files;
Tracking billable time and preparing billing entries.
Soft Skills:
- Independent worker with a strong background with multitasking;
- Skilled and candid communicator with excellent attention to the details;
- Proactivity and reliability are your forté and you are proud of it;
- (You are) not afraid to ask questions in ANY and all gray areas;
- Ability to be flexible and work with shifting priorities.
Technology:
- Experienced user of Caret Legal;
- Experienced user of Worldocs;
- Experience working in Microsoft Teams.
Culture:
- You will be a fit for this role if you enjoy a culture built on trust, respect, diligence, and good judgment.
Job Type:
Full-time
Salary:
$60,000 - $75,000
Benefits:
Competitive benefits package, free parking, and casual dress code.
Hybrid option 1-2 days a week
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Associate's Degree ()
Work Location : Cleveland or Columbus Office
FULL-TIME HYBRID REAL ESTATE LEGAL ASSISTANT NEEDED
Are you a
Real Estate Legal Assistant
or
Paralegal
looking for the flexibility to work from home and in office? We have an immediate need for a
Legal Assistant
to support a busy
Real Estate
law practice in either the Cleveland or Columbus office. There will be some flexibility with remote work 1-2 days/week. The focus of the firm is to develop and maintain long-term client partnerships through the creation of an exceptional client experience. Candidate must have at least
6 years of litigation experience
working as a
Real Estate Legal Assistant
or
Paralegal
including the following:
Experience and Hard Skills (MUST HAVE):
6+ years of experience handling the following tasks;
Pre-Litigation Support
Investigating and summarizinng real estate disputes;
Gathering property records, deeds, zoning maps, and land use documents;
Reviewing contracts, leases, and title insurance policies;
Assisting with demand letters and settlement negotiations.
Pleadings & Filings
Drafting complaints, answers, motions and other pleadings;
Filing documents with state and federal courts;
Tracking filing deadlines and ensuring compliance with court rules.
Discovery
Drafting and responding to discovery requests;
Coordinating document collection from clients, title companies, or real estate agents;
Reviewing and organizing discovery materials, including real estate records and communications;
Managing and analyzing e-discovery platforms and documenting review databases.
Legal Research & Writing
Researching statutes, case law, zoning regulations, and land use ordinances;
Preparing legal memoranda and researching summaries for attorneys;
Cite-checking and proofreading legal briefs and court filings.
Client & Witness Support
Interviewing clients and fact witnesses;
Drafting and organizing witness statements or declarations;
Scheduling and preparing for depositions and mediations.
Trial & Hearing Preparation
Preparing exhibit binders, trial notebooks, and witness lists;
Coordinating subpoena service and witness appearance;
Assisting with courtroom technology setup;
Attending hearings or trials to assist attorneys.
Post-Trial & Case Management
Assisting with enforcement of judgments, lien filings, or eviction proceedings;
Maintaining case calendars, docket deadlines, and litigation checklists;
Updating and managing case management systems and client files;
Tracking billable time and preparing billing entries.
Soft Skills:
- Independent worker with a strong background with multitasking;
- Skilled and candid communicator with excellent attention to the details;
- Proactivity and reliability are your forté and you are proud of it;
- (You are) not afraid to ask questions in ANY and all gray areas;
- Ability to be flexible and work with shifting priorities.
Technology:
- Experienced user of Caret Legal;
- Experienced user of Worldocs;
- Experience working in Microsoft Teams.
Culture:
- You will be a fit for this role if you enjoy a culture built on trust, respect, diligence, and good judgment.
Job Type:
Full-time
Salary:
$60,000 - $75,000
Benefits:
Competitive benefits package, free parking, and casual dress code.
Hybrid option 1-2 days a week
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Associate's Degree ()
Work Location : Cleveland or Columbus Office