Job Title: Legal Assistant – Real Estate Finance Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York City Work Schedule: In-Person (permanent) Office Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Salary Range: $85,000 – $120,000 annually Bonus: Discretionary PTO/Vacation: 9 fixed holidays + 1 floating holiday; 20 days of PTO annually <br> Overview: A nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence in real estate, financial services, and other key sectors is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Real Estate Finance team in its growing New York office. This is a high-responsibility role supporting sophisticated attorneys handling complex commercial real estate finance transactions, including lending, development, and acquisitions. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented and team-driven legal detail oriented who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. <br> Key Responsibilities: <br> Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence related to real estate finance transactions Manage and organize transaction documentation, including version control and closing binders Coordinate schedules, deadlines, and meetings for attorneys and clients Assist with billing, time entry, and expense reporting Communicate professionally with clients, title companies, lenders, and internal teams Provide administrative support through all stages of transactions, including post-closing follow-up

3+ years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in real estate finance within a law firm Familiarity with commercial lending documentation and closing procedures preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills detail oriented demeanor with a team-oriented and customer-service mindset Must be dependable, collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities efficiently

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