Residential Real Estate Secretary/Assistant

Job Overview:
We are seeking a Residential Real Estate Secretary/Assistant. This role will be to work with a Real Estate Attorney handling residential closings. Hours are Monday-Friday 9am-3pm with intention of full time in the future.

Responsibilities

• Setting up new files using online legal software;
• Handle day to day tasks, including telephone calls, reviewing upcoming deadlines, coordinate calendar with clients for closings;
• Drafting/reviewing attorney review letters, contracts, title reports, deeds, preparing seller documents.
• Assist attorneys with document review, proofreading, transcription, and drafting of legal correspondence and contracts.
• Coordinate communication with clients, title companies and lenders to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
• Support project management efforts by organizing schedules, tracking deadlines, and preparing reports for ongoing real estate cases.

Requirements

• Proven experience or legal administrative experience within a law office setting specializing in residential real estate or related fields.;
• Familiarity with legal case management software such as Clio; proficiency in document management systems and data entry;
• Experience with document review, contract preparation, and legal drafting techniques;
• Effective interviewing skills for gathering client information accurately; professional phone etiquette;
• Knowledge of real estate, estate planning , workers' compensation law, personal injury law is highly desirable
• Multilingual preferred

Looking for highly motivated individuals looking to gain hands on experience in a fast past, busy real estate law practice .

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person