Paralegal

We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support attorneys with a mix of real estate and litigation-related work in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage sensitive information with discretion, keep legal files organized, and help move matters forward through careful coordination and follow-through. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to property transactions, discovery activities, and trial preparation while working closely with legal professionals on a variety of assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate legal support for real estate matters such as leases, easements, licenses, and property purchases or sales, ensuring documents are prepared and tracked accurately.
• Review title commitments, surveys, and recorded property documents, summarize key findings, and elevate concerns to attorneys for further analysis.
• Prepare filing packages related to transfer taxes, recording submissions, and associated transaction forms while monitoring completion status.
• Maintain well-organized physical and digital matter files in line with departmental recordkeeping standards and established legal procedures.
• Assist with discovery, civil litigation support, and trial preparation by organizing materials, tracking deadlines, and helping attorneys stay prepared for case activity.
• Use case management software to monitor document status, manage matter information, and support efficient workflow across active files.
• Preserve strict confidentiality when handling legal records, business information, and other sensitive materials.
• Support closing checklists, document logs, and special assignments provided by supervising attorneys as business needs evolve.
• Prior paralegal experience supporting legal matters in real estate, litigation, or both.
• Working knowledge of discovery processes, civil litigation support, and trial preparation activities.
• Experience reviewing title-related materials, including title commitments, recorded documents, and related property records.
• Familiarity with leases, easements, licenses, acquisitions, dispositions, and transaction documentation.
• Proficiency with case management software and electronic document organization.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and follow-up tasks effectively.
• Ability to handle confidential legal and business information with sound judgment and professionalism.