Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

The Taft law firm is searching for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal for our Washington DC office (currently operating as Morris, Manning & Martin).  This position will support partners and associates in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions.  The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

 Qualifications

•           Bachelor’s degree required

•           Paralegal certificate preferred

•           Minimum of 3 years of commercial real estate experience, preferably in a law firm environment

•           Strong work ethic

•           Sound judgment, decision-making and reasoning abilities

•           Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

•           Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

•           Proficiency in MS Word and Excel 

•           Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 Responsibilities

•           Coordination and review of title and survey and managing proforma and policy terms

•           Due diligence management

•           Abstracting contracts

•           Preparing checklist of critical dates and contract terms

•           Drafting contract amendments and ancillary documents

•           Drafting acquisition/sale documents and closing statement

•           Preparation of title rejection letters

•           Coordinating all aspects of the transaction closing

•           Closing binder preparation

The Firm offers a very competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, 401K and PTO.  A background check is required.  The salary range for this position is $90,000-115,000/year. Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted information based on work experience, education, and/or skill level.