Seyfarth Shaw LLP
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Why Seyfarth At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state‑of‑the‑art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.
The Opportunity As a real estate paralegal, you will assist attorneys in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including documentation, due diligence, closing and post‑closing activities for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing. You will be a member of the firm’s Real Estate department, reporting to the attorneys on your team.
The Day‑To‑Day
Order and review title commitments, exception documents and surveys, interfacing directly with the title company and surveyor to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
Preparation of title objection letters and negotiation of title policies.
Prepare and administer contract critical dates and closing checklists.
Coordinate and assist with all aspects of closings, including preparation of conveyance documents, closing statements, and other closing documents.
Attend to all post‑closing requirements, which will require you to prepare closing indices, prepare and organize closing binders, and monitor all post‑closing deliveries and requirements.
Prepare clear and concise correspondence and memorandum.
Prepare initial draft document, amendments to agreements or leases and miscellaneous documents, including estoppel certificates, SNDAs and Memos of Lease for attorney review.
Review organizational and authority documents.
Order UCC Lien and other searches.
You Have
A minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions, including experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing. Law firm and in‑house experience will be considered.
A Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate (or equivalent experience).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook or similar mail/calendar technology.
Legal research skills and knowledge of relevant databases.
Strong writing, organizational and communication skills.
What We Provide Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.
More About Seyfarth With more than 975 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide.
EEO Statement Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary The salary range for this role is $100,000 to $110,000 annually, based on a 40‑hour work week. This range is applicable to jobs performed in Boston, MA. The position is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
Locations
Boston, MA 02210
Houston, TX 77002
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Why Seyfarth At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state‑of‑the‑art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.
The Opportunity As a real estate paralegal, you will assist attorneys in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including documentation, due diligence, closing and post‑closing activities for real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing. You will be a member of the firm’s Real Estate department, reporting to the attorneys on your team.
The Day‑To‑Day
Order and review title commitments, exception documents and surveys, interfacing directly with the title company and surveyor to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
Preparation of title objection letters and negotiation of title policies.
Prepare and administer contract critical dates and closing checklists.
Coordinate and assist with all aspects of closings, including preparation of conveyance documents, closing statements, and other closing documents.
Attend to all post‑closing requirements, which will require you to prepare closing indices, prepare and organize closing binders, and monitor all post‑closing deliveries and requirements.
Prepare clear and concise correspondence and memorandum.
Prepare initial draft document, amendments to agreements or leases and miscellaneous documents, including estoppel certificates, SNDAs and Memos of Lease for attorney review.
Review organizational and authority documents.
Order UCC Lien and other searches.
You Have
A minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions, including experience with acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing. Law firm and in‑house experience will be considered.
A Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate (or equivalent experience).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook or similar mail/calendar technology.
Legal research skills and knowledge of relevant databases.
Strong writing, organizational and communication skills.
What We Provide Seyfarth provides competitive salary and benefits at all levels, and our culture embraces the entrepreneurial spirit of its professionals like no other firm. Our professional staff are a collaborative team, helping to define the unique client experience offered by the firm. We understand that it takes more than attorneys to build a successful legal practice; everyone participates in our commitment to excellence.
More About Seyfarth With more than 975 lawyers across 17 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide.
EEO Statement Seyfarth Shaw is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Salary The salary range for this role is $100,000 to $110,000 annually, based on a 40‑hour work week. This range is applicable to jobs performed in Boston, MA. The position is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
Locations
Boston, MA 02210
Houston, TX 77002
Atlanta, GA 30309
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