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Dorsey & Whitney LLP Real Estate Paralegal in Phoenix, Arizona
Real Estate Paralegal
We are seeking aParalegalin our Real Estate group to join our growing Phoenix office. As a valued team member, you are a critical part of Dorsey’s client service team, working collaboratively with lawyers and clients on an array of substantive client matters. Are you a strong communicator and enjoy working independently and with a team? If you are an experienced paralegal with commercial real estate and financing transactions experience and strong organizational skills, then we would appreciate hearing from you. This is a hybrid position, which will require at least 4 days/week in the office.
In this role, you will:
Perform title and survey review for commercial real estate and finance transactions.
Communicate with attorneys, clients, local governmental units, title companies and surveyors.
Draft closing documents, signature documents, and title resolution documents.
Track transactions and coordinate closings.
Order and review title searches, surveys, zoning letters, and other real estate due diligence.
Form/Register entities, prepare UCC’s, and review zoning reports.
May be requested to perform other duties not mentioned above.
What we’re looking for:
Bachelor’s degree or completion of paralegal program.
At least 2 years of experience in Commercial Real Estate preferred.
Knowledge of commercial real estate and finance transactions.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proven analytical ability, excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work overtime if needed.
About Dorsey:
Dorsey & Whitney is an AmLaw 100 international law firm with more than 575 lawyers in 21 offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare & life sciences; and technology.
Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); life insurance; short-term and long-term disability coverage; a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan; profit sharing contribution; paid holidays; paid parental leave; paid volunteer day; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; dependent care assistance; well-being programs and activities; transportation assistance; a 24/7 confidential employee assistance program. (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria).
Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We believe that everyone should feel at home and part of our community. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
One of our greatest strengths is a friendly, cooperative culture that values and appreciates each individual. Dorsey has received external recognition for our welcoming workplace, including:
Mansfield Certification Plus (Diversity Lab)
Best Law Firms for Women (National Association of Female Executives and Flex-Time Lawyers)
100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index (Human Rights Campaign)
Gold Standard Certification (Women in Law Empowerment Forum)
Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace (Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption)
Reasonable Accommodations:
Dorsey is committed to providing disability and religious-based reasonable accommodations, as well as pregnancy or lactation-related reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process, or if you have questions about a workplace reasonable accommodation, please contact us at 612-492-5178.
How to Apply:
Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We are unable to accept application materials by mail or email.
Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.
Dorsey & Whitney LLP participates in E-Verify.
Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.
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Office Location:
Phoenix, AZ