Real Estate Paralegal

Burr & Forman LLP has an immediate opening in our Bluffton, SC office for a full-time, experienced real estate paralegal.  This position requires knowledge of all aspects of real estate closings from start to finish.

KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

• Review and analyze abstract and title documents in order to assist in preparation for commercial real estate closings
• Review loan documents from lenders for the purpose of preparing commercial real estate closings
• Draft closing disclosures, deeds, affidavits, legal descriptions, HUD, and other required closing documents
• Establish, organize and maintain files, closing documents, document binders, and lists
• Prorate taxes and other property assessments
• Conduct research and locate tax information, zoning, development regulations, and other information
• Assist in the preparation of closings by preparing executable closing documents, disbursement requests, and correspondence
• Serve as a liaison between clients, realtors, lenders, abstractors, title underwriter, and attorney
• Maintain and balance incoming and outgoing closing funds
• Other responsibilities as needed

THE ESSENTIALS

• A bachelor’s degree, paralegal degree or certification, and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least three years of experience in real estate transactions is required
• Proficiency in Qualia preferred; MS Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
• Highly organized, detail-orientated, proactive with a desire to take ownership as a contributing member of the team.
• Balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, exercising patience and professionalism during stressful situations
• Strong communication and drafting skills
• Must work well in a collaborative legal team environment