Messner Reeves LLP, a national law firm, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Legal Assistant to join our team in Denver, Colorado.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and can handle multiple competing priorities, this position is for you.
Responsibilities
- Manage calendar deadlines, meetings, and heavy scheduling for multiple attorneys.
- Well versed in both federal and state court procedures and filing requirements, including e-filing in federal court.
- Draft, review, and manage real estate contracts, lease agreements, and related documents.
- Assist with client engagement and retention, including preparation of engagement letters, conflict checks, conflict waivers, and submitting information to open matters.
- Assist in managing litigation matters, including document production and responding to discovery requests.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws pertaining to real estate.
- Perform additional tasks as requested, including document editing, and other duties as needed.
Requirements
- 3-5 years' experience working in real estate, commercial and corporate law.
- Knowledge of legal practices and terminology for real estate and corporate transactions.
- Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment.
- Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, establish priorities and meet all deadlines.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
- Located in the Denver area.
- Ability to work three days in office.
We offer a great work atmosphere, competitive compensation package, and comprehensive benefits.