Boutique law firm with multiple east coast offices is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal/Real Estate Legal Assistant to join its WashingtonD.C. office.  The Real Estate Paralegal/Real Estate Legal Assistant will assist attorneys in all aspects of Affordable Housing transactions, including:

• drafting real estate documents,
• reviewing and summarizing title and survey documents,
• drafting transaction and closing documents,
• reviewing due diligence documents,
• coordinating with title companies, surveyors and zoning consultants,
• ordering and reviewing lien and judgment searches, and
• preparing and managing real estate documents from beginning through closing and post-closing.

Experience:

• 5+ years experience as a Real Estate Paralegal/Real Estate Legal Assistant with an emphasis on affordable housing in a law firm setting. 
• BS/BA degree and/or a Paralegal Certificate are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of real estate documents (i.e. title policies, surveys, and closing documents), government agency real estate recording processes/procedures and corporate formation documentation.
• High computer proficiency (i.e. MS Word, Excel and/or other related software programs).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written), due to heavy interaction with attorneys and high level executives.
• Ability to work well under pressure and effectively handle multiple, concurrent demands and appropriately prioritize responsibilities.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume in MS Word format.