Real Estate Legal Assistant (Contract)

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Real Estate Legal Assistant to join a national law firm's Las Vegas team. This role would be a 3-6-month contract, with the possibility of turning into a permanent position. This role will support a dynamic team of 3-4 partners in transactional real estate matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transaction law, with a preference for experience in commercial real estate. This is a fully on-site position. If the role transitions to a regular full-time position, it would become eligible for the firm's standard hybrid schedule for Legal Administrative Assistants (three days in the office and two days remote).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to assigned attorneys.
• Manage and maintain attorney calendars
• Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents
• Secretary of State filings, closing document support, and recording documents with the Recorder's Office
• Litigation support or cross-coverage
• Track billable hours and assist with time entry and expense reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of legal assistant experience supporting attorneys in a law firm setting.
• Proven experience with transactional law; commercial real estate experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Secretary of State filings and recording documents with the Recorder's Office
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must currently reside in the Las Vegas metro area; out-of-state applicants will not be considered.

Compensation and Benefits

The firm is offering an hourly wage of $33.66-$38.47/hour

If you are qualified and interested in this Real Estate Legal Assistant job in Las Vegas, please apply with your resume.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.