- Permanent/Direct Hire
- Salary Range $75-80K, DOE
- Onsite in Miami, FL
- Candidates cannot have an active real estate license (conflict of interest)
KEYS:
- 2-5 years of experience
- Experience in/with a law firm's real estate department
- Commercial Real Estate experience highly preferred (will consider residential real estate)
- Knowledge/understanding of real estate law verbiage
- Experienced with administration tasks (client billing, intensive new client intake processes, etc.)
- Experienced in document management software (iManage/Work10) and Microsoft office programs
SUMMARY:
The Legal Assistant - Real Estate Law will be responsible for:
- Draft and review real estate contracts, leases, and other legal documents.
- Assist attorneys in preparing for closings, including gathering necessary documentation.
- Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and accessible.
- Provide exceptional administrative and client service support to attorneys.
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
- Maintain client relationships and ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
- Handle monthly client billing (paper and electronic billing). Review billing prebills for accuracy, completeness, and necessary timekeeper inquiries and narrative edits.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience as a legal assistant in real estate law.
- Proficiency in document management and document preparation.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Experience with law firm software and transaction management systems.
- Real estate developer and condominium law experience is a plus.
About PRG
With 20+ years of success in the staffing industry, Peyton Resource Group focuses on matching talent to the precise needs of our clients. Your success is our commitment, and we back up that commitment by only recommending opportunities that align with your goals. Our candidate-centric approach ensures you are in the driver's seat of your career, and our team of recruiters will partner with you and support you every step of the way.
PRG's dedication to service has been widely recognized throughout the industry. PRG has been awarded ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing award for 10 straight years, as well as the Business Journal's Best Places to Work in Dallas, San Antonio and Austin.