Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

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Job description

Company Summary

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for six consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit .

Job Summary

Typically a Certified Paralegal who performs substantive legal work under the guidance and supervision of an attorney. Provides assistance to support lawyers by preparing legal documents. Performs routing legal research and compiles data from such references as digests, encyclopedias, practice manuals or other sources. Prepares drafts of contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, insurance, employment and related matters. Maintains file system for annual meetings and drafts documents for such meetings, including notices, proxies, affidavits of mailings, agendas, ballots, shareholders and director's minutes and related memoranda. Typically has client contact to explain documents, or gather and provide information.

Essential Functions

* Collects and collates legal research and information from a wide variety of sources
* Performs research and analysis on supporting data and information needed regarding various business issues of the organization
* Participates in the research and preparation of pleadings, court forms, reports as well as contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, real estate and other matters
* Assists attorney(s) in preparation of legal documents
* Compiles data from legal digests, encyclopedias, practice manuals, etc.
* Assembles, proofs, and edits drafts of contracts, leases, licenses, insurance policies, etc.
* Drafts documents for corporate meetings, including notices, proxies, affidavits of mailing, ballots, etc.
* Provides other administrative support to legal department

Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

* Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization
* Intermediate research and summation skills
* Strong PC skills
* Excellent verbal communication skills
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Excellent knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to corporations
* Detail oriented
* Contract knowledge
* Excellent time management, communications, decision making, presentation, human relations, and organizational skills

Typical Education

* College degree preferred
* Completed paralegal program

Typical Range of Experience

* Typically has 3-5 years of Commercial Real Estate paralegal experience

License or Certification

* Paralegal certification

First American invests in its employees' development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.