We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a at our San
Diego office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate law and possess
excellent organizational and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
1. Assist attorneys with all aspects of real estate and transactional documents, including
drafting and reviewing legal documents such as purchase agreements, leases, and closing
documents.
2. Assist attorneys with the formation, modification and maintenance of corporate entities.
3. Maintain calendars and track deadlines for attorneys, including drafting and distribution
of key dates lists.
4. Manage and maintain entity database.
5. Coordinate and manage real estate closings, including scheduling appointments,
preparing closing binders, and communicating with clients and other parties involved in
the transaction.
6. Organize and maintain real estate files and documents, both in physical and electronic
formats.
7. Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and other professionals involved in real
estate transactions.
8. Provide administrative support to attorneys, including conflict checks and waivers,
engagement letters, and business development initiatives as assigned., scheduling
meetings, and preparing expense reports.
Requirements:
▪ A minimum of three plus years prior relevant work experience within a law firm or
professional services environment is required.
▪ Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
▪ Should have the ability to work independently to timely manage multiple projects and
tasks.
▪ Strong knowledge of real estate legal terminology, processes, and procedures.
▪ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.
▪ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
▪ Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively.
EDUCATION:
Minimum High school diploma required; Associate certificate or college degree preferred. Minimum of five (5) years on-the-job experience necessary in order to gain an understanding of law office policies and procedures and produce accurate legal documents with limited supervision.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The working conditions described below are representative of those related to this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The incumbent may be required to sit, stand, walk, talk or listen for extended periods of time. Work occasionally requires a high level of mental effort and strain while producing a high volume of work related to essential and other duties. Because of the volume of work performed by computer, the incumbent is required to spend a considerable amount of time typing and looking at computer monitors.
BENEFITS:
Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
Commuter, HSA and FSA spending accounts
Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage
401k and Pension Plan
Up to 27 PTO days, 9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
Employee Referral Bonus ($3,000.00)
Professional Development Training
Back-Up (Family) Care Advantage and Employee Assistance Program
EEO STATEMENT: Duane Morrisis an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact, Human Resources at 215-979 1224.
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