Adams & Reese

Real Estate Paralegal

Adams & Reese  •  Jackson, MS (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description



            This position assists attorneys in the Transactions practice group on commercial real estate matters from intake through post-closing, including title and survey review, closing coordination, document preparation, funding/disbursements, recording, and policy issuance.

Responsibilities:
 
  • Receiving requests for title commitments and requesting title reports or certificates of title from abstract companies; receiving and reviewing title reports and drafting title objection letters and analysis of surveys; drafting title commitments.
 
  • Communicating by telephone, in person and in writing with buyers, sellers, brokers, lenders, appraisers, surveyors, insurance companies, title abstract and title insurance companies, taxing authorities, homeowners associations, attorneys, court personnel, and various other individuals and entities in connection with obtaining all necessary information for commercial real estate transactions.
 
  • Coordinating real estate closings, including scheduling closings and reviewing of closing packets received from lenders; preparing of closing documents, including closing statements, affidavits, tax information statements, payoff letters, representation letters, deeds, assignments of contracts, deeds of trusts/mortgages, financing statements; ;  participation in closings; coordinating deposits and disbursements; filing of deeds, deeds of trust and UCCs with appropriate authorities; requesting title updates; receiving title updates and issuing title policies; preparation of closing binders; and generally assisting closing attorney with all aspects of transactions.
 
  • Receiving requests from clients for title updates and requesting same from abstract companies; receiving reports and drafting updated certificates of title or endorsements to title policies to lenders.
 
  • Occasional research of land records.
 
  • Tracking of real estate transactions throughout year for purposes of 1099S reporting; completion of 1099 Information Sheets and submission to reporting service.
 
  • Drafting real-estate-related documents, such as notices of foreclosure, lien notices, authorities to cancel, etc.

Supervision Received and/or Given:
 
  • Occasionally work on projects for attorneys other than supervising attorney.
 
  • Work closely with office manager on funds received and disbursed through trust accounts.
 
  • Work on monthly reporting to title insurance companies on policies issued and opening of new files.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
 
  • Strong writing and communication skills; exceptional attention to detail; ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Additional Desirable Qualifications:
 
Working Conditions: 

This position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating a computer.  At times, employees are required to work in excess of the normal work schedule, particularly during real estate closings.  Employees in this position must be mobile, have the ability to bend, and have ability to lift and carry files weighing approximately 10-15 lbs
Adams & Reese

About Adams & Reese

At Adams & Reese, we take things personally. Our people are connected – to each other, to our clients, our families, and our communities. Our industry-focused practice groups of attorneys and advisors are strategically organized throughout the southern U.S. and Washington, DC.

Adams & Reese professionals are known as practical and personal advisors and advocates who tailor their approach and counsel to the specific needs of each situation and client. Many on our team have years of on-the-job experience within the industries that we serve as executives, professionals, and in-house counsel. Taking a hands-on, personal approach to every issue, challenge and opportunity our clients face, Adams & Reese lawyers and advisors are skilled and ready to help clients achieve their goals and make their lives easier.

Industry
Legal & Compliance
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Nationwide, U.S.
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
adamsandreese.com
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