Paralegal - Real Estate Title Searcher at Hinman Howard & Kattell LLP – Binghamton, New York

This is an opening for a paralegal with at least three years’ experience working in our Binghamton office. Provides title services for a multi-branch regional law firm. Responsible for supporting real estate transactions by assembling abstracts of title, obtain tax documentation or performing other research related to escrow and title closings. This is a full time position (37.5 hours per week) with benefits.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts title searches to compile abstracts of title and continuations of same ranging in complexity, that require research and investigation
• Work may be done in an office, remotely, or traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches
• Searches can include both commercial and residential transactions
• Performs a wide range of support functions to assist in departmental processes
• Follows clearly defined procedures to complete daily tasks and responsibilities
• Uses existing procedures to solve straightforward problems
• Uses basic communication skills to address internal and/or external clients and/or team members
• Individual contributor working with autonomy
• Communicate directly with attorneys, realtors and title companies
• Research and respond to inquiries and requests for information
• Provide other support as needed

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong word processing skills including Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members.
• Detail oriented.
• Familiar with computer research of land records in multiple counties, primarily in New York State.
• Ability to handle and adjust effectively to competing deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• High level of professionalism.
• Reliable personal transportation.
• Overtime as necessary.