Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate
Location: New Haven (preferred), Hartford, Stamford, CT – Hybrid Work Schedule
Do you have paralegal experience? Do you have strong organization skills and excellent attention to detail? Are you excited about the opportunity to join an innovative, growing law firm that has been successful for more than 165 years?
Harris Beach Murtha’s Commercial Real Estate practice group is in search of a Paralegal. This talented individual will primarily be working directly with institutional lenders, corporations, partnerships and other entities in the financing, sale and purchase of commercial real estate. You will THRIVE in this role if you have:
5+ years legal experience working in commercial real estate transactions
High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree (preferred), paralegal certificate (preferred)
Experience with MS office and expertise with computer assisted legal resources
Sound judgment and a sense of accountability for working independently and proactively
Exceptional oral and written communication, including excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, form, and style
Excellent multitasking and time management abilities
Superior client service and listening skills for anticipating needs of clients and attorneys
The Paralegal will draft purchase and sale agreements, correspondence and memoranda, and handle multi-family and multi-state transactions. Do you have the DRIVE and DESIRE to:
Review loan commitment letters, draft checklists etc.
Draft commercial loan closing documents, correspondence and memoranda
Coordinate and review title, survey, zoning, insurance, municipal search, UCC, litigation, bankruptcy, and corporate due diligence materials
Prepare pre- and post-closing packages
Attend to all aspects of post-closing follow-up, including but not limited to e-Recording, addressing recording issues, final title policy review, document transmittals to clients, follow-through on undertaking items
Collaborate with Finance Department with respect to incoming and outgoing financial transactions
Harris Beach Murtha recognizes everyone has a right to be included. You will be SUCCESSFUL in your career at the firm if you:
Exhibit the ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Believe in the firm’s core values: collaboration, inclusion, ingenuity, respect, integrity, and commitment
Enjoy working with diverse personalities within various levels of the firm
Complete a minimum of 1400 billable hours annually
Are comfortable working in the office on a hybrid schedule
Salary information below will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position and geographic location. The anticipated weekly schedule for the Paralegal is 35 hours per week.
$41.21-$52.20
Harris Beach Murtha offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurances; health savings and flexible spending account options; life and disability insurances; retirement plan including 401(k) and profit sharing; paid leave programs; employee assistance resources; commuter and parking benefits where applicable; and professional development opportunities. Eligibility for benefits is subject to applicable plan terms and firm policies.
Harris Beach Murtha is committed to an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from diverse candidates with varied background and skills, including military experience. Harris Beach Murtha Cullina PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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