With over 725 lawyers in 31 offices across the U.S., Dinsmore is committed to maintaining and developing a strong market profile. This is both to facilitate an understanding of the firm's capabilities by current and prospective clients, and to support the recruitment of talented attorneys and business professionals.
Dinsmore is seeking a Paralegal at our Cincinnati, OH location who will support multiple attorneys in the Commercial Real Estate practice group.
Responsibilities
Reviewing surveys, title commitments and exception documents
Preparing documents relating to a variety of real estate, loan and construction matters, based on consultation with business clients and review by attorneys, including but not limited to agreements, leases, loan documents, and standard construction contracts
Preparing ancillary real estate transaction documents such as escrow instructions, deeds, easements, owner’s affidavits, closing certificates, entitlements, etc.
Providing general assistance in real estate, lending, construction and leasing transactions
Proof reading legal documents to ensure accuracy and consistency
Analyzing and summarizing documents, zoning ordinances and statutes for review by attorneys
Working closely with attorneys to resolve a variety of day-to-day issues, and supporting a broad range of commercial transactions and projects
Performing legal due diligence
Multi-tasking and prioritizing work assignments to consistently provide high-quality work product within stated deadlines
Requirements
College degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience
1-3 years as a real estate paralegal
Ability to perform high quality, billable work
Proficiency with government and regulatory online tools
High attention to detail and accuracy of work
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work professionally and confidentially with a variety of personalities from all levels of an organization
Proven organizational and multi-tasking skills
Independent, action-oriented thinker who will successfully undertake and complete projects and major tasks with limited supervision and work with other personnel as a team
Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence and professionalism