Job Description

Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP, a prominent Long Island law firm, is seeking a full time Paralegal to support its Banking/Commercial Lending practice group in East Meadow, NY. Ideal candidate will have the willingness to develop the skills necessary to become a senior paralegal in our Commercial Lending Group.

Responsibilities:

• Collection and preliminary review of closing due diligence, including title work, insurance and organizational documents, lease agreements, etc.
•   Maintenance and organization of client files.
• Prepare and format documents (including merges) and proofread documents for accuracy.
• Prepare binders for closings and handle post-closing organization for delivery to clients.
• Respond to and address any post-closing inquiries from clients.
• Provide overflow administrative support, including but not limited to, answering telephones, making copies, scheduling meetings, and entering data into the billing system.

Qualifications:

• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Able to meet deadlines, multi-task and available to work occasional overtime.
• Strong interpersonal communication and writing skills with the ability to effectively interact via telephone, e-mail and in-person with clients, attorneys, title companies, insurance companies, etc.
• Ability to work both independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• 2+ years paralegal experience (preferably general real estate or commercial lending experience).
• Paralegal Certificate from an accredited Paralegal Program or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Closing experience, a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Benefits offered include medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as Paid Time off and 401(k)/profit sharing plan.
• Hourly rate: $32.97 - $35.72 per hour commensurate with experience.

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