Job Title: Part-Time Real Estate Legal Assistant
Location: King, North Carolina
Job Type: Part-Time
Schedule: Three days per week (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Reports To: Partners
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Part-Time Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting attorneys in real estate transactions, including preparing legal documents, managing files, and communicating with clients, title companies, and other involved parties. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking for a part-time opportunity.
This position has the potential to be a full-time position if the applicant desires to cross-train in another area of practice as well.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with drafting, reviewing, and proofreading real estate documents such as purchase and sale agreements, leases, deeds, and closing documents
- Coordinate real estate closings and communicate with clients, realtors, title agents, and lenders
- Manage and organize physical and digital real estate files
- Prepare closing files and post-closing documentation
- Maintain attorney calendars and track important deadlines
- Handle general administrative duties such as filing, scanning, and answering phones
Qualifications:
- Prior experience as a legal assistant, preferably in real estate law
- Familiarity with real estate transaction processes and related legal documents
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management software (i.e. Qualia)
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent experience preferred
Working Conditions:
- Part-time hours
- In-office attendance required
- Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to jennifer@browder-overby.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 25 per week
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Law office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- King, NC 27021 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- King, NC 27021: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person