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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of real estate transactions, litigation, and administrative proceedings. This includes preparing legal documents, conducting research, coordinating with clients, and maintaining case files. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of real estate law, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. This role requires a high level of professionalism, as you will be working with clients and legal professionals on a daily basis. You will also need to be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
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- Draft legal documents such as contracts, leases, and deeds.
- Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles.
- Organize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing system.
- Gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
- Help lawyers during trials by handling exhibits, taking notes, or reviewing trial transcripts.
- File pleadings with court clerk.
- Direct and coordinate law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas.
- Meet with clients and other professionals to discuss details of case.
- Manage and update client files as necessary.
Requirements
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- Proven experience as a legal assistant.
- Knowledge of constitution, legal terminology, regulations and court system.
- Knowledge of MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, etc.).
- Working knowledge of litigation management software systems is a plus.
- Proficiency in English.
- Outstanding time-management and typing skills.
- Ability to multitask and being comfortable dealing with a diverse pool of people.
- Legal Assistant certification or diploma.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Have you ever assisted with a real estate transaction before?
- How do you prioritize your work when you have multiple deadlines?
- Can you describe a time when you had to handle a particularly difficult legal matter?
- What strategies do you use to manage your time and stay organized?
- How do you handle sensitive information?