Polsinelli
At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Initial review of loan documents and engagement documents from client and preparation of internal summary sheet, checklist, and summary e-mails for client and defeasance consultant
Organize and maintain electronic deal folder for easy access by attorney
Work with staff to prepare and organize draft e-mails for attorney revision and circulation
Prepare first draft of defeasance documents using HotDocs Author program
Work with staff to review title commitment, and draft or review mortgage release, UCC terminations, and closing instruction letter. Provide initial drafts to title company following attorney review and communicate with title company regarding questions and issues
Preliminary review of borrower’s due diligence items, including accounting report, organizational documents, and legal opinions to expedite attorney review
Preliminary review of client case memorandum to expedite attorney review
Track closing deliverables and update closing checklist in Project Fortress
Work with staff to review signature packets and prepare list of outstanding items to be included with signature packet e-mails
Become proficient in Project Fortress, including updating transaction checklist and utilizing AI features
Finalize defeasance documents and closing instruction letter, and assist with defeasance circling and closing
Draft and electronically file defeasance UCCs following defeasance closing
Work with staff to finalize, assemble, and review final defeasance documents in advance of attorney review for circulation to all parties on day of closing
Organize deliverables and follow up to obtain closing documentation for closing binder
Review final completed closing binder
Become proficient in the Hot Docs Author program to code defeasance documents and continue to make changes for additional efficiency and to address new issues
Serve as a liaison between the Project Fortress team and the Defeasance team to continue tailoring Project Fortress to the defeasance process and to utilize Project Fortress AI, and assist in training the defeasance team on new uses of Project Fortress
Work with team members to train staff, ensure defeasance process is standardized, and assist with updating forms and memos to address new issues
Assist attorneys and other team members as requested
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS USED
Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Kofax
iManage
HotDocs
REQUIREMENTS
Paralegal Certificate or related degree preferred
5 years' Experience
Billable requirement:1600 hours per year
5 days in-office first 3 months then hybrid 2 days remote/3 days in office
Start time for this role will be either 8:30 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. (Work day hours Monday to Thursday 7.75 hours and Friday 7.5 hours plus overtime when necessary)
Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender identity and expression, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications Behaviors Preferred Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations Preferred Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help
Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Education Preferred Bachelor's or better.
Experience Required 5 years: Related experience.
Licenses & Certifications Preferred Paralegal Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Initial review of loan documents and engagement documents from client and preparation of internal summary sheet, checklist, and summary e-mails for client and defeasance consultant
Organize and maintain electronic deal folder for easy access by attorney
Work with staff to prepare and organize draft e-mails for attorney revision and circulation
Prepare first draft of defeasance documents using HotDocs Author program
Work with staff to review title commitment, and draft or review mortgage release, UCC terminations, and closing instruction letter. Provide initial drafts to title company following attorney review and communicate with title company regarding questions and issues
Preliminary review of borrower’s due diligence items, including accounting report, organizational documents, and legal opinions to expedite attorney review
Preliminary review of client case memorandum to expedite attorney review
Track closing deliverables and update closing checklist in Project Fortress
Work with staff to review signature packets and prepare list of outstanding items to be included with signature packet e-mails
Become proficient in Project Fortress, including updating transaction checklist and utilizing AI features
Finalize defeasance documents and closing instruction letter, and assist with defeasance circling and closing
Draft and electronically file defeasance UCCs following defeasance closing
Work with staff to finalize, assemble, and review final defeasance documents in advance of attorney review for circulation to all parties on day of closing
Organize deliverables and follow up to obtain closing documentation for closing binder
Review final completed closing binder
Become proficient in the Hot Docs Author program to code defeasance documents and continue to make changes for additional efficiency and to address new issues
Serve as a liaison between the Project Fortress team and the Defeasance team to continue tailoring Project Fortress to the defeasance process and to utilize Project Fortress AI, and assist in training the defeasance team on new uses of Project Fortress
Work with team members to train staff, ensure defeasance process is standardized, and assist with updating forms and memos to address new issues
Assist attorneys and other team members as requested
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS USED
Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Kofax
iManage
HotDocs
REQUIREMENTS
Paralegal Certificate or related degree preferred
5 years' Experience
Billable requirement:1600 hours per year
5 days in-office first 3 months then hybrid 2 days remote/3 days in office
Start time for this role will be either 8:30 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. (Work day hours Monday to Thursday 7.75 hours and Friday 7.5 hours plus overtime when necessary)
Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender identity and expression, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications Behaviors Preferred Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations Preferred Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help
Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Education Preferred Bachelor's or better.
Experience Required 5 years: Related experience.
Licenses & Certifications Preferred Paralegal Certification
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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