Transactions Assistant - Real Estate

About the role

The Transactions Assistant - Real Estate, in collaboration with and in support of the firm's strategic initiatives, assists the paralegals and/or attorneys by maintaining and organizing files, preparing documents, updating, and maintaining databases, preparing closing books, obtaining information for internal and external sources, and performing other administrative tasks. Location This position is located in our San Diego office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Organize documents for attorney review.
• Research public records using internal and public websites.
• Assist with preparing binders, prepare closing books, make copies, enter data, and maintain files.
• Perform database research and data entry.
• Assist with corporate closings.
• Obtain documents and other information from governmental agencies or public agencies.
• Obtain information from accounting, timekeeping and attorneys for audit letter responses.
• Assist paralegals and attorneys with mailings and filings.
• Other duties.

Requirements

• Minimum Education
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred Education
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Certificates
• Paralegal certificate preferred.
• Minimum Years of Experience
• 1 year of demonstrated success working in a fast-paced environment.
• 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:
• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• 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.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• 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 excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
• Physical Demands
• Work Environment
• The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm's discretion in the future.
• Disclaimer
• Application Process
• Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.
• Accommodation
• Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and r

Benefits

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.

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