What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP?
This is an opening for a paralegal with at least five year’s experience working in our Binghamton office. This is a full time position (37.5 hours per week) with benefits.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Draft commercial and residential purchase and sale agreements, correspondence, memoranda, open files and prepare file folders.
- Communicate directly with clients, other attorneys, realtors and title companies.
- Schedule closings.
- Proof read documents and ensure accuracy for proper recording with Count Clerk.
- Prepare commercial and residential closing packages including closing statements, drafting of all required documents and post-closing review.
- Coordinate post-closing recording of documents, disbursement of funds, calendaring any post-closing escrows.
- Maintain and track schedules, contingencies, deadlines and calendars.
- Maintain electronic and physical legal files including general organization, index closing documents and post-closing file management.
- Provide secretarial/clerical support.
- Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information.
- Provide other support as needed.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong word processing skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
- Ability to handle and adjust effectively to competing deadlines and priorities.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Client service focused.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- High level of professionalism.
- Overtime as necessary.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location