Paralegal

Position summary Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the FIG real estate paralegal supplies legal and broad support to the firm's attorneys and their clients. Must be familiar with and observe the firm's established policies and guidelines. Must maintain positive contact with attorneys (both the firm's and outside counsel), support staff, clients and vendors. Observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. Job duties and responsibilities Analyze and negotiate title reports, surveys, zoning certificates and other due diligence documents for loans secured by commercial real estate Manage and organize closings for loans secured by commercial real estate Organize and manage multi-state commercial loan transactions, including preparation of signature pages and escrow deliveries in advance of closing Perform necessary follow-ups for all post-closing matters, including custodial deliveries, finalizing of closing binders, receipt and review of final title insurance policies, recorded documents and original documents Analyze and negotiate entity organizational documents, corporate certificates, consents and resolutions Coordinate recordation of mortgages, amendments, deeds, easements and other recordable instruments Review, prepare and file UCC financing statements and UCC terminations/amendments Access and search land records Draft closing documents such as loan agreements, notes, mortgages, guaranties, loan modification documents (including forbearance agreements), affidavits, certificates, deeds and commitment letters Prepare closing checklists Prepare and review settlement statements Job duties and responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time. Requirements Education Undergraduate degree and paralegal certificate required; will consider candidates with comparable relevant experience in lieu of a paralegal certificate. Experience Paralegal with at least 5-7 years of commercial real estate legal experience. Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with individuals at all organizational levels Ability to organize and prioritize workload effectively Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision Flexibility and ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a solutions-oriented mindset Ability to work under pressure with composure in a fast-paced environment Ability to use discretion and adapt to changing work situations Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, staff and clients Excellent organizational, writing and proofreading skills with the ability to track and meet deadlines Other Supervisory responsibilities None Equipment to be used Personal computer and standard office equipment, including telephone, calculator, fax machine, copier and scanner Essential job functions Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring prolonged use of hands, fingers and wrists, including extensive computer use Proficiency in using technology, including computers, telecommunication devices and other office equipment Flexibility to work extended hours as needed to meet business demands Working conditions This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of four full days per week in the office. Specific scheduling details will be discussed with your direct supervisor. Occasional extended hours may be needed to meet business needs. Pay range This represents the presently anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith's pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience. This is a non-exempt position. The hourly wage range for this role is $47.18 to $66.67, with an estimate