Real Estate Paralegal
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Job Overview

We are looking for a knowledgeable Real Estate Paralegal to assist clients with the legalities in the real estate industry. You should be able to explain legal documents to clients and help them in gathering the same. 

You should be able to conduct in-depth market research and maintain an accurate report of all client files. Moreover, you should have a good listening ear and the ability to handle any client queries. Your negotiation skills will prove beneficial when liaising between clients, lawyers, and property owners. 

As a Real Estate Paralegal, you should have complete knowledge of the real estate industry and the pertaining laws. You should be able to assist clients in preparing and understanding property contract details. Besides, you should be willing to travel to various construction sites to determine the progress. 

Send in your application if your expertise can help our clients with their property requirements. We would love to hear from you. 

Responsibilities

• Preparing contracts, closing documents, and lease agreements

• Reviewing legal documents and amendments 

• Examining client's financial standing and suggesting appropriate properties

• Helping clients in gathering necessary information and documents

• Examining affidavits and other documents to clients

• Acting as an intermediary between property owners, clients, and lawyers

• Conducting real estate market research and determining the property value

• Maintaining electronic and paper filing systems

• Addressing any client queries

• Providing clients with the update on their real estate applications

• Assisting clients in negotiating contracts

• Examining title reports, purchase offers, and monitoring/handling transactions

• Handling eviction proceedings ‘

• Offering consultation on tax deductions

• Creating a real estate sales checklist

• Preparing letters of intent

• Explaining real estate codes to clients

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent

• Proven work experience in the Real Estate industry

• Holding a valid paralegal certification

• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing the real estate industry

• Good time management and organizational skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Detail-oriented and highly motivated individual 

• Ability to work for flexible hours

• Excellent negotiation skills

• Good mathematical skills

• Willingness to travel to various construction sites and properties

• Ability to offer improved customer experience