Legal Assistant
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Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
ZEALAND PROPERTIES LIMITED
03.05.2024
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Job Title: Legal AssistantIndustry: Real estate
Location: Ikeja
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary: The Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the legal department with a primary focus on real estate transactions. This position requires a keen attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a good understanding of real estate law and procedures. The Legal Assistant will work closely with the sales team and clients to ensure the efficient processing of transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including contracts, leases, deeds, and other related paperwork.
Assist in conducting title searches, ensuring clear title to properties, and resolving any title issues that may arise during a transaction.
Coordinate and manage the various stages of transactions.
Communicate with clients, and other relevant parties to provide updates on the status of transactions and address inquiries.
Maintain organized and accurate filing systems for legal documents and transaction records to ensure accessibility and compliance.
Ensure compliance to regulatory laws
Provide general administrative support to the legal department, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and processing incoming/outgoing mail.
Input and maintain data related to all transactions and legal matters in the company's databases.
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in law(LL.B)
1-2yrs Prior experience in a legal assistant role, preferably with a focus on real estate law.
Knowledge of real estate laws and regulations, including an understanding of property transactions, title issues, and closings.
Proficiency in legal research, document drafting, and document management.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Proficiency in using relevant software and tools, including Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management systems.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal real estate laws and regulations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Willingness to stay up-to-date with changes in real estate law and industry trends.
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