Senior Paralegal - Hybrid

Who We Are

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 nine 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 www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Paralegal professional who thrives in a fast-paced commercial real estate environment. This individual will manage all steps of the closing process, from order tracking through the closing process for transactions across the country. A strong customer service acumen, attention to detail and a commitment to teamwork are key to this role. **This is a hybrid role with a 3-day in-office minimum requirement**

What You'll Do

• 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.
• Drafts contracts for use by sales managers with customers.
• Maintains file system for legal documents
• Provides other administrative support to legal department
• Provides work assistance to less experienced paralegal staff and team members

What You'll Bring

• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of difficult assignments. For legal positions, specializes in a particular area, such as litigation, tax, patent, etc.
• Must have working knowledge of the law library, state and federal regulations, code sections, legal decisions and Commerce Clearing House volumes
• Advanced 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
• Excellent time management, communications, decision making, presentation, human relations, and organizational skills
• College degree preferred
• Completed paralegal program
• Typically has 5-8 years of professional experience.
• Paralegal certification

Pay Range: $43.49 - $57.97 Hourly
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

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What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

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.