Paralegal

Our Cleveland office has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Real Estate Finance Paralegal to join our growing Business Practice Group.  Our ideal candidate has experience supporting attorneys by performing routine and advanced tasks in a high-volume, complex, and productive practice involving closing on financings for the development of real estate projects.  The job responsibilities include performing overall paralegal and practice support tasks, including:

• Maintain and meet critical deadlines.
• Manage numerous matters concurrently.
• Interact with clients to explain required processes, obtain and receive information, and organize same.
• Organize and maintain complex transaction files and checklists.
• Draft initial organizational documents and ancillary agreements.
• Interact with vendors to obtain documentation necessary for performance of duties.
• Conduct factual research via the internet.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients.
• Process invoices in the firm’s accounting system.
• Manage virtual data rooms.
• Assist attorneys with other various tasks and assignments as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA approved program is a plus.
• Minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in real estate practice area is required.
• Ability to stay abreast of changing local, state, and federal laws, as needed.
• Knowledge of corporate organization and structure, including various forms of entities and applicable filings with Secretary of State and Comptroller.
• Familiarity with basic documents associated with real estate acquisitions and loan financing.
• Proven ability to interface with clients and clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to manage team collaboration for completion of projects and transactions.
• Solid organizational skills, initiative, and attention to detail, as well as the ability to work independently and to manage and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands in a fast-paced team environment.
• Must be available to work overtime when needed and as requested.
• Software knowledge must include intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, NetDocs or other document management systems, and Intapp or other time entry systems.
• Efficient and cost-effective use of practice support, databases, and other technology.
• High proficiency in grammar, proofreading, and transcription.
• Must exercise discretion with confidential and sensitive information and use good judgment while prioritizing needs of the clients and the firm.
• Ability to work well under pressure and quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.

The expected annual salary for this position ranges from $75,000-90,000. The salary offered will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience level, education/training, and relevant skills.

 

Why Join BakerHostetler?

For more than a century, BakerHostetler has been committed to excellence, collaboration, and innovation. With more than 1,000 attorneys across 18 offices nationwide, we rely on talented professionals to help deliver exceptional client service. What sets us apart? At BakerHostetler, your work truly matters—you’ll have a voice in shaping growth strategies, work alongside a supportive and collaborative team, and be valued as a strategic partner, not just a staff member. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built on respect, teamwork, and professional development. If you’re looking for a place where you can make an impact, grow your career, and be part of something bigger, you belong at BakerHostetler.

 

Benefits
Offering competitive pay and benefits, while providing a collegial and respectful work environment, is part of our commitment to fostering a workplace that values employees.

Our comprehensive and competitive benefit program includes:

• Competitive salaries and a performance bonus program
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• Multiple plan options and various benefit levels
• Same-sex domestic partner coverage
• Pre-tax premiums
• Coverage begins on date of hire
• Group term life/AD&D and voluntary supplemental group universal life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance – self and family
• Long-term care insurance
• Short-term disability benefits
• Long-term disability benefits
• Pre-tax benefit programs – dependent care, health care reimbursement and transit/qualified parking (in most cities)
• Retirement program – voluntary 401(k) plan

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter in an application on our website. 

BakerHostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.