Paralegal
2 weeks ago
We are looking for an experienced Pre-closing Paralegal to join our law firm. The main role of the Pre-closing Paralegal is to facilitate the initial aspects of the purchase process including reviewing title, obtaining buyer and seller information, and scheduling and coordinating with clients, buyers, and sellers.
The right person must share our core values - what we refer to as the “Be-attitudes of Smith, Howell”
Be Better. We believe in continuous improvement. Every person on our team regularly sharpens his or her skills through training, mentorship, and group problem-solving.
Be Kind. We follow the Golden Rule. We know it is a little old fashioned, but we honestly believe that people ought to be treated the way we ourselves want to be treated.
Be Happy. We are happy because our clients are happy, and try never to lose sight of what a happy occasion purchasing a home should be.
Be Honest. No one’s perfect and despite our best efforts, things happen. Our mistakes do not define us, how we handle our mistakes will.
Be Involved. Proper perspective means putting family life first. We work hard while staying focused on the big picture for ourselves and our clients: family, friendships, health, work-life balance, and civic and community involvement.
Be Prepared. We believe that failure to plan is planning for failure and do our very best to be ready for any contingency that may come our way.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Pre-closing Paralegal at Smith, Howell & Associates, LLC in Columbia, South Carolina Metropolitan Area. The role involves supporting attorneys in real estate transactions, reviewing title searches, preparing closing documents, and coordinating closings with clients and other parties.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or related field (preferred, but not required)
- Previous experience in real estate transactions and pre-closing processes
- Proficiency in legal research, document preparation, and title searches
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
IMPORTANT: This role requires social interactions, so the ability to foster and build relationships is a must. This aspect of the job also requires the Pre-closing Paralegal to be able to easily switch tasks from working on files to answering phone calls and fielding client questions. We are a little "old-school" and use the phone for the majority of our firm communications. If you are not willing to talk on the phone, then this is not the right position for you.
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