Legal Assistant - Real Estate

Location
Calgary, AB
 
Full job description
REAL-R is seeking an experienced, reliable, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a law firm's real estate practice. This is a full-time position; however, we are open to part-time arrangements for the right candidate.

The real estate work includes:

Residential and commercial sales and purchases

Refinancing

Construction mortgages

Private transactions

Experience with commercial mortgage transactions is an asset.

Responsibilities:

Manage all aspects of residential and commercial real estate transactions in Alberta from open to close

Prepare, review, and process documents using Unity and SPIN2

Liaise effectively with clients, realtors, lenders, and other parties

Conduct Land Title searches and analyze encumbrances

Draft reporting letters to clients and lenders

Manage a high volume of files and work accurately under time constraints

Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate excellent client service

Perform general administrative, file, and office management duties

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of real estate legal assistant experience in Alberta

Proficient with Unity, SPIN2, Land Titles, MS Office (Word, Outlook), Adobe, and other conveyancing tools

Advanced knowledge of real estate conveyancing procedures and legal terminology

Strong organization, time management, and communication skills

Able to work independently and collaboratively in a small firm

High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and client focus

Experience with e-signature and digital document management preferred

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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