Junior Paralegal

21 hours ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States Atlanta Habitat for Humanity Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year
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Overview: Do you consider your attention to detail to be a strong suit? Are you interested in using your analytical qualities to serve a powerful mission? Atlanta Habitat for Humanity is looking for a Jr. Paralegal to bring their expertise into helping families achieve the dream of homeownership

Position Summary: The Jr. Paralegal supports Atlanta Habitat's mission of building affordable housing and strengthening communities by assisting in the management and coordination of legal matters related to Atlanta Habitat's home purchase and preservation programs. This role ensures legal compliance, facilitates communication between stakeholders, and helps resolve legal issues that may arise during the implementation of Atlanta Habitat's programs. The Jr. Paralegal reports to the Sr. Paralegal and is part of the Homeowner Services team.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Home Purchase and Preservation Programs:

  • Record property deeds in the applicable local courts for each completed house closing.
  • Prepare letters and distribute recorded documents and owner's title policy to homeowners including home-stead exemption application and instructions as applicable.
  • Prepare and send title insurance packages to the Title Insurance Attorney.
  • Examine title commitments and final title policies for accuracy.
  • Prepare all security deed cancellations for homeowners whose loans and security deeds have matured.
  • File recorded closing documents, title insurance policies, and cancellations in the mortgage files.
  • Assist with preparation of Loan Estimates and closing documents.
  • Prepare and manage all closing exhibits.
  • Assist with other administrative closing tasks, as needed.
  • Assist with post-closing requirements.

Other:

  • Copy documents from the mortgage file as needed for down payment assistance application.
  • Copy legal documents as required to assist in the transfer of mortgage accounts to our loan servicing company.
  • Other tasks as requested by the Sr. Paralegal or the Homeowner Services Team.

Requirements:

Education/Professional Credentials

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
  • Paralegal Certificate a plus.

Experience

  • Minimum of two-three years of administrative experience in housing, finance, real estate, or legal fields.

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with loan closing procedures.
  • Proactive, collaborative team player with a positive attitude and ability to be successful in a constantly changing environment.
  • Strong problem-solving, decision making, and analytical ability.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Salesforce preferred.
  • Well-organized and detail oriented.
  • Self-driven with the ability to work effectively with minimal direction.
  • Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff members, volunteers, and community leaders.

Apply through the link in this posting. Please no walk-ins, phone calls or faxes. Only candidates meeting all position requirements will be considered. More information about Atlanta Habitat for Humanity may be found on our website Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Atlanta Habitat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Atlanta Habitat is located in the Reynoldstown neighborhood in Atlanta, near MARTA bus and rail lines.

Atlanta Habitat is a Drug-Free Workplace. This position is subject to a criminal background and credit check, periodic DMV checks for driving record and valid driver's license, and drug and alcohol testing. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of all checks and testing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Atlanta Habitat is dedicated to a policy of equal opportunity. We will give fair and equal treatment to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Atlanta Habitat to prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, gender identity, family medical history or genetic information, religion, sex, disability, familial status, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, past or present military status, receipt of public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including compensation, recruitment, training, working conditions and opportunities for advancement.

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