Real Estate Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Heaton & Venuti, LLP is seeking a self-motivated Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our Geneva office.

This position is responsible for supporting clients and attorneys in all aspects of Commercial and Residential Real Estate transactions, including title searches, initial drafting of documents, and preparing closings. This position also performs a variety of administrative duties, including drafting correspondence, answering phones, and communicating with clients and attorneys. This person will also be responsible for assisting other attorneys and paralegals in the office with Business Formation matters.

We are seeking applicants interested in full-time employment. This position requires in-person work at our Geneva office. We are open 9:00 am-5:00 pm daily and our office closes at 1:00 pm on Fridays.

Depending on experience, applicants will qualify for the higher end of the salary range to start. There are opportunities to increase salary based on productivity.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements:

• Competency using computers, facility in using simple software programs, and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite is a necessity.
• Attention to detail and skill in proofreading documents.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to effectively plan work assignments to meet client and attorney needs.
• Familiarity with real estate transactions and an aptitude for calculating real estate closing statements.
• Able to work independently and set high standards for individual performance, while also being an active contributor to a team environment.
• Desire to work in a busy, fast paced environment.

Please send resume and cover letter. After an initial screening, we will request three professional references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Can you use word, excel, outlook, and adobe acrobat comfortably?

Work Location: In person