US Job Description

Firm Information

Reed Smith is a dynamic international law firm dedicated to helping clients move their businesses forward. With an inclusive culture and innovative mindset, we deliver smarter, more creative legal services that drive better outcomes for our clients. Our deep industry knowledge, long-standing relationships and collaborative structure make us the go-to partner for complex disputes, transactions and regulatory matters.

Our team of 3,000 people (including more than 1,600 lawyers) across more than 30 offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, operate as one global partnership to drive progress for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.

Position Summary

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures supplies legal/broad support to the firm's attorneys and their clients. Must be familiar with and observe the firm's established policies and guidelines. Must maintain positive contact with attorneys (both the firm's and outside counsel), support staff, clients, and vendors. Observes confidentiality of client and firm matters. This position is not limited to the functions and skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be revised as needed.

This position is not limited to the functions and skills listed on this description and responsibilities may be revised as needed.

1. Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Experience in analyzing and negotiating title reports, surveys, zoning certificates and other due diligence documents for loans secured by commercial real estate.
• Experience in managing and organizing closings for loans secured by commercial real estate .
• Experience in organizing and dealing with multi-state commercial loan transactions, including preparation of signature pages and escrow deliveries in advance of closing.
• Perform necessary follow-ups for all post-closing matters, including custodial deliveries, finalizing of closing binders, receipt and review of final title insurance policies, recorded documents, and original documents;
• Experience in analyzing and negotiating entity organizational documents, corporate certificates, consents, and resolutions.
• Coordinate recordation of mortgages, amendments, deeds, easements and other recordable instruments.
• Review, prepare and file UCC financing statements and UCC terminations/amendments.
• Ability to access and search land records;
• Experience in drafting closing documents such as Loan Agreements, Notes, Mortgages, Guaranties, Loan Modification Documents, including Forbearance Agreements, Affidavits, Certificates, Deeds and Commitment Letters.
• Experience in preparing closing checklists;
• Preparation and review of settlement statements;
• Highly motivated and a self-starter;
• Ability to interact well with attorneys, staff and clients;
• Excellent organizational, writing, and proofreading skills; and ability to track and meet deadlines.

Job duties and responsibilities included are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Reed Smith reserves the right to revise or modify job duties and responsibilities at any time.

Requirements

Education: Undergraduate degree and paralegal certificate required; will consider candidate with comparable relevant experience in lieu of a paralegal certificate.

Experience: Paralegal with at least 5-7 years of commercial real estate legal experience needed.

Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to collaborate with individuals at all organizational levels. Ability to organize and prioritize issues and workload. The ability to work on projects independently or with little supervision. Flexibility and ability to adapt to constantly changing priorities. Exercising independent judgment and initiative.

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.

Essential Job Functions: Physical demands commensurate with job duties.

Working Conditions: You will be required to work in the office at minimum 3 days per week. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule. The details of your weekly schedule will be discussed further with your direct supervisor.

Pay Ranges: This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith's pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

• New York: $44 - $62 per hour.

Benefits Package Summary:

• 401k Plan
• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Virtual Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident
• Hospital indemnity
• Critical illness
• Life insurance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Lyra Health EAP
• Paid Family Leave
• College Savings Plan
• Transportation benefit
• Back-up Child Care
• College Coach
• Pet insurance
• Paid time off

Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan.

Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reed Smith's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all.

Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, including in the application and interview process.

Qualified candidates only. No search firms.