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LHH

Real Estate Legal Assistant

LHH, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400

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Legal Recruiter - Legal Practice LHH Recruitment Solutions LHH is seeking a Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our law firm client’s Real Estate practice. Support busy attorneys and paralegals in a fast‑paced Real Estate practice. Bring strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a team‑first mindset. Great opportunity for growth in a collaborative environment.

Job Duties

Draft and revise organizational documents.

Prepare and maintain closing checklists.

Serve as a liaison between attorneys and clients, ensuring timely communication and information exchange.

Provide regular updates to the team on the status of client matters.

Assist with deal closings and related documentation.

Manage closing books and post‑closing tasks.

Send, track, and organize signature pages and original documents.

Calendar key deal closing dates and deadlines.

Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date electronic client files.

Monitor attorney inboxes and file client matters electronically.

Open new client files and manage initial setup.

Process client invoices and attorney expense reimbursements.

Perform document comparisons and quality checks.

Form entities and obtain certificates from the Secretary of State and IRS.

Complete additional projects and assignments as needed.

Skills and Abilities Required

Strong initiative and creative problem‑solving skills.

Dependable and accountable, demonstrating professionalism and a strong work ethic.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact across all organizational levels.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.

Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment with diverse personalities and work styles.

Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and schedules.

Skilled at managing multiple tasks and handling frequent interruptions effectively.

Willingness to work beyond 37.5 hours per week when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

1+ years of experience as a corporate legal assistant in a law firm.

Interest in the real estate industry.

Prior experience in a legal office and providing administrative support functions.

Familiarity with legal technology tools such as iManage and InTapp.

Strong typing skills and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

Excellent computer skills and proficiency in MS Office; strong technical aptitude preferred.

Outstanding communication skills, with excellent grammar and proofreading abilities to ensure accuracy in all written materials.

Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast‑paced environment, even with frequent interruptions.

Keen eye for detail and commitment to accuracy in document preparation and communications.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Full‑time employment benefits include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and reimbursement and retirement programs. Available paid leave may include paid time off, parental and holiday pay.

Seniority Level Not Applicable

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Legal

Industries Legal Services and Law Practice

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