Under the supervision of attorneys, as a Sr. Paralegal - Real Estate in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives you will perform a range of substantive cases, matters or entity related duties. You will prepare drafts of legal and other documents and correspondence for attorney review. You will compile, analyze and summarize information. You will coordinate efforts between attorneys, clients, outside legal counsel, opposing legal counsel, other parties and outside vendors.
Location
This position is located in our Boston office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
Responsibilities
Assists with due diligence required for real estate transactions.
Orders, reviews and analyzes title commitments, recorded documents and surveys.
Develops, monitors and updates closing checklists for real estate transactions.
Prepares required documents and coordinates execution and delivery of documentation to other parties' counsel, lenders, governmental agencies, vendors, etc.
Manages data rooms and matter files.
Requirements
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Education
Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate
Certificates
Paralegal Certificate preferred
Minimum Years of Experience
6 years of paralegal experience in Real Estate law.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Business Acumen: Understand the firm's business model, operations, and strategic goals; work with PG leadership to develop and implement their strategies and initiatives in alignment to the firm's.
Relationship Building: Build trust and rapport with leaders and employees at all levels.
Problem Solving: Identify root causes of issues and develop pragmatic solutions.
Influence & Impact: Persuade others to support initiatives, balancing stakeholder needs and organizational priorities.
Change Leadership: Champion change and help others adapt in dynamic environments.
Analytical Thinking: Use data to drive decisions and measure outcomes.
Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrate self-awareness, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills.
Results Orientation: Deliver high-quality outcomes and meet commitments.
Collaboration: foster positive work relationships with leadership, HR and firm peers.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excel
Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.
Dlapiper · Boston, MA