Job Description
A dynamic global law firm known for its excellence and innovation in legal services, is seeking a Title review Associate with experience in the real estate practice. Prior experience in a law firm setting is preferred. Candidates must have strong academic credentials and excellent writing skills. Candidates should enjoy working with others in a team oriented setting. Writing samples will be required.
Experience: 5+ years in real estate law, focused on title reports, title curatives, and real estate surveys.
Qualifications:
* Experience with title examination, issue identification, and risk assessment in real estate transactions.
* Familiar with reviewing real estate surveys.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skillset in Microsoft Excel (including data entry and pivot tables).
* Knowledge with database tracking systems and ability to maintain organized and accurate documentation of title review work.
Responsibilities:
* Assist with reviewing and analyzing title reports, commitments, and related documents.
* Identify title defects, exceptions, and encumbrances - assess legal risks and propose solutions
* Assist with negotiation of title insurance and insurance coverages.
* Draft title objection letters and communicate effectively with title companies, underwriters, and opposing counsel
* Perform legal research on title review matters, legal developments, and communicate implications internally.
* Maintain organized and accurate documentation of title review work and track deadlines.
Requirements:
* Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
* Strong academic credentials.
* Licensed to practice law in New York State
* Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to clients.
Salary: $120,000 to $160,000
If you are a dedicated and motivated attorney looking to join a reputable law firm, we invite you to submit your resume to or contact me directly at .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office