Job Posting Title: Real Estate Paralegal
Job Summary
Sargent Law Office, PLLC of Morrisville, Vermont is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join our legal team. This position handles residential and commercial real estate transactions from inception to closing. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, manages tight deadlines with ease, and provides exceptional service to clients, lenders, and brokers.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft documents: Prepare deeds, mortgages, closing disclosures, lease agreements, and affidavits.
- Review titles: Analyze title commitments, exceptions, surveys, and lien searches to clear title clouds.
- Coordinate closings: Schedule closing dates, calculate prorations, and prepare final closing packages.
- Manage communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for buyers, sellers, lenders, and real estate agents.
- Handle post-closing: Disburse funds, record legal documents, and finalize title insurance policies.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years of experience as a real estate paralegal or closing coordinator.
- Education: Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent professional experience.
- Tech savvy: Proficiency with real estate closing software (e.g., PrepXpress) and MS Office.
- Organization: Exceptional time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing interactions.]
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Dental and vision insurance
- SEP retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and observed holidays
- Professional development and continuing education support.
Please respond with resume to: Attorney Timothy W. Sargent
Sargent Law Office, PLLC