Job description

Wyche, PA seeks a real estate title examiner/paralegal for its commercial real estate practice group. Wyche has practiced law and served the community for over 100 years. The firm is the exclusive South Carolina member for Lex Mundi – the world’s leading network of independent law firms with in-depth experience in 100+ countries worldwide.

The ideal candidate will have experience with all aspects of title searches and updates, preparation of title insurance commitments and title insurance policies, closing document preparation and file management, GIS research, and UCC, lien, and asset searches. Candidate must realize the need for extreme confidentiality, must be able to be flexible and juggle multiple deadlines from multiple attorneys, and be able to work independently. Candidate will be an ambitious self-starter able to take charge and anticipate attorney needs and function well as part of a team. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Soft Pro closing software with a minimum of 5 years real estate experience, preferably in a law firm setting. BA/BS or paralegal certification preferred. Licensed as a South Carolina title insurance agent preferred.

Responsibilities under Attorney Supervision:

• Perform title searches, updates, recordings, and filings
• Prepare title insurance commitments and title insurance policies
• Perform legal research (court records, real estate records, asset/lien/UCC/background checks)
• Proficiency with AOC and GIS systems
• Abstract counties records for commercial properties in multiple counties
• Abstract, examine and analyze deeds, easements, tax assessments, mineral reservations and other applicable instruments
• Verify ownership and encumbrances of real property
• Ability to manage loan closing file
• Prepare abstract leases
• Ability to read surveys, plats, mortgages, estate records and foreclosure proceedings
• Knowledge of railroad and general utilities rights
• Assist with closings utilizing Soft Pro software
• Assist with drafting corporate, organizational, and commercial documents
• Prepare closing binders and post-closing work
• Assist on special projects (in other practice areas)
• Other as needed

Wyche has practiced law and served the community for over 100 years. The firm is the exclusive South Carolina member for Lex Mundi – the world’s leading network of independent law firms with in-depth experience in 100+ countries worldwide. We are located in downtown Greenville near the scenic Reedy River with offices in Columbia and Spartanburg. We offer a competitive benefit package including health, dental, short and long term disability, PTO, and a profit sharing plan. Submit resume with salary requirements to: lbuttry@wyche.com. Amount shown is a minimum to post the position. No phone calls.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• title examinations: 3 years (Required)
• Real estate law: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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