Associate Attorney needed for Belmont office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A well-established law firm located in Belmont, NC is seeking a detail-oriented Associate Attorney with experience in residential and new construction real estate closings. This role is vital to ensuring seamless legal execution of property transactions, including overseeing table signings, validating title status, reviewing financials, and coordinating with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a proactive mindset, meticulous attention to legal detail, and a strong grasp of real estate law and transaction compliance.

Duties:

Closing & Transaction Management

• Facilitate in-person real estate closings for residential and newly constructed properties

• Ensure all legal and procedural protocols are met during table signings

• Authenticate and notarize final documentation by jurisdictional requirements

Legal Document Review & Drafting

• Prepare and examine real estate contracts, deeds, leases, and closing statements

• Validate documentation for regulatory adherence and accuracy

Title Review & Property Evaluation

• Conduct thorough examinations of property titles for liens or encumbrances

• Review surveys, inspections, and builder-supplied documentation to verify completeness

Loan & Financial Oversight

• Analyze loan packages to confirm legal and financial compliance

• Review closing disclosures and settlement statements for financial accuracy

Client Representation & Legal Guidance

• Advise clients on potential legal implications related to property transactions

• Address client concerns regarding title coverage, property condition, and risk mitigation

Business Development

• Engage in outreach to cultivate new referral partnerships within the real estate community

• Participate in regular networking meetings to support practice growth

Requirements:

• Active license in good standing with the State Bar

• Commissioned as a Notary Public in the applicable state

• Experience in residential and builder real estate closings

• Familiarity with closing disclosures, loan documentation, and title policies

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• State Bar Admission (required)

• Notary Public Commission (required)

Skills:

• Proficient in real estate transaction workflows

• Strong legal drafting and contract interpretation capabilities

• High-level verbal and written communication skills

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking for complex closing

• Ability to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to legal ethics

• Team-oriented with the flexibility to manage concurrent closings

• Organized and detail-driven in high-volume settings

Job Location:

• Belmont, NC

Benefits:

• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting

• Comprehensive medical insurance with HSA/FSA options

• Dental and vision insurance coverage

• Employer-paid group life insurance and optional voluntary life policies

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Optional ancillary insurance (cancer, accident, hospital)

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) with 5 additional unplanned PTO days

• Bereavement leave

• Employer-paid meals during high-volume closing periods