Commercial & Real Estate Paralegal

Our clients and our culture prioritize exceptional quality, dedication to client service, and prompt responsiveness. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience and the right mindset to excel in this setting. Vorys provides competitive compensation, a flexible work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Position Summary:

Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP is seeking an experienced paralegal to work in the Columbus office in the area of commercial real estate. As a paralegal in our real estate practice group, you would be an integral and valued leader of our team of professionals and staff dedicated to providing preeminent legal services for our clients’ real estate-related needs. This position involves close collaboration with multiple attorneys within the firm, as well as clients and other parties while realizing a wide variety of business and transactional objectives for our clients.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in preparing for real estate closings for lenders, sellers and purchasers.
• Assist in the preparation of closing documents.
• Review closing documents, property records and maps.
• Manage closing process and transaction workflows.
• Assemble closing checklists, packages and prepare closing binders.
• Attend closings and assist with execution of documents.
• Assist with condominium creation process, including drafting basic documents.
• Perform research of property records and legal issues, and draft memoranda.
• Record and file documents in person and electronically.
• Prepare, review and critique deeds, mortgages, mortgage releases, UCC filings, easements.
• Obtain zoning letters and code violation letters.
• Obtain approval of property splits and legal descriptions.
• Order and review title insurance policies.
• Order and review surveys.
• Order and review UCC-11 searches.
• Draft and compile zoning and annexation applications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience conducting title and survey review and drafting objection letters
• Thorough knowledge of real estate proceedings and transactions
• Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills
• Superior organization and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize work while remaining deadline focused
• Proficient with online real estate research tools
• Experience with Docusign, online notary and other tools
• Experience with online legal research tools

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years working as a real estate paralegal.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA approved paralegal program or equivalent experience required.

At Vorys, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can succeed both personally and professionally. We offer competitive compensation along with a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term goals. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, life and disability coverage, paid maternity & parental leave, discretionary bonus opportunity, family building resources, identity theft protection, a 401(k) plan with discretionary employer contribution potential, and paid sick, personal and vacation time. Some benefits are provided automatically, while others may be available for voluntary enrollment. You’ll also have access to opportunities for professional growth, work-life balance, and programs that recognize and celebrate your contributions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Vorys does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), race, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Vorys only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Vorys is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in our employment application process unless doing so would constitute an undue hardship. If you need assistance or an accommodation in our employment application process due to a disability; due to a limitation related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; or due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, please contact Julie McDonald, CHRO. Our policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process.