Paralegal Assistant - Real Estate (Hybrid)

We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success.

This position is based in our Boston office.

The Paralegal Assistant position is intended to be a two-year commitment from a college graduate interested in the legal profession. We anticipate this role starting in Summer 2026 and on-site interviews will be scheduled in January.

A successful candidate provides assistance to lawyers and/or paralegals in a broad range of transaction types. This includes tasks such as: document organization, electronic filing of documents and emails, assembly of documents, including originals (where required) and delivery of the same as directed, preparation of form documents for attorney review. Files, organizes and retrieves documents arranged systematically according to the firm’s system. Performs work under direct supervision. Some client contact but refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. In some practice areas, may have an annual billable requirement of 650 hours. In this hybrid position, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues both in person and virtually.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Gather and track documents and information from a variety of sources, including electronic data rooms for due diligence review by attorneys and paralegals.
• Prepare final sets of documents for execution (once approved by attorney) for distribution to relevant parties.
• Compile documents for delivery in accordance with client needs.  This may include pulling and posting documents to electronic platforms in accordance with client and firm policies.
• May be responsible for ordering UCC filings/renewals/lien searches as directed.
• Maintain status report of open issues, deal contacts and due diligence checklists as directed by attorneys and paralegals.
• Perform physical and electronic filing, indexing and active file maintenance.
• Work with lawyers and non-legal professionals to understand and implement rapid developments in technology to meet client needs.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Preferred experience with database and supporting a legal practice group.
• Accurate computer typing skills.
• Written communication skills.
• Ability to lift heavy boxes weighing 35 pounds.

Minimum Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent combination in education and experience.

The base salary range for this position is $27.80 - $41.80/hour. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience. In addition to the base compensation, Holland & Knight provides bonus opportunities and an exceptional benefits package.

Benefits: Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being.

Below is a list of just some of the benefits we offer: comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs; FSAs for dependent care; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking program; backup dependent care; senior care planning support; resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers; and paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.

Benefits may vary by position and office.

Holland & Knight is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other factor prohibited by law.

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