Senior Paralegal

Dechert LLP is hiring a Real Estate Paralegal to join either the Philadelphia, New York, Boston, or Charlotte office locations. The paralegal will work independently to assist lawyers on the Finance and Real Estate team. They will review title and survey, prepare and distribute comment memos, and coordinate with title companies, surveyors, and zoning consultants. The paralegal will often be part of a paralegal team and will work with Senior Paralegals managing the diligence aspects of the transaction. The paralegal will primarily work on commercial real estate transactions, often involving multiple properties, and will coordinate large deal files.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Independently reviews title and survey for commercial properties.
• Prepares and distributes comment memos.
• Coordinates with title companies, surveyors, and zoning consultants.
• Organizes transactions involving multiple properties, and manages large deal files.
• Assist with drafting loan documents.
• Works with closing teams and organizes large deal closing binders.
• Assists with specific client needs, e.g. electronic document submission.
• Assists with miscellaneous projects assigned by FRE attorneys, paralegals, and/or practice group director or administrator.
• Performs any and all other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the Department, Office and Firm.
• Practices and fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS / Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Five years’ experience as commercial real estate paralegal with title and survey review skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work productively and cooperatively with other employees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate work.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to think critically and analytically in a pressured environment.
• Knowledge of the Firm’s Policies and Procedures.
• Systems Required: MS Office, iManage, Carpe Diem, PDF Software.
• Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate experience.

Additional Job Description

Location(s)

Connecticut

Time Type

Full time

Dechert LLP is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination.  The Firm prohibits unlawful discrimination in any term or condition of employment against any employee or applicant for employment because of the individual’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, membership or service in the armed forces, or any other characteristic protected by law.