Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Old Republic InternationalSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Title Insurance, Real EstateIndustries
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years directly related experience
- State license(s) if required
- Detail / quality orientation
- Analytical review skills
- Research skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Communication skills, both verbal and written
- Customer service orientation
- Standard MS skill set
- Proficient with company operating systems
- Knowledge of legal terms helpful
- Knowledge of Landshark, Laredo and Tapestry
- Background in searching county records utilizing Laredo, Tapestry, Landshark etc. preferred
Responsibilities
- Performs title examination and examines the chain of title for a wide range of title orders, primarily commercial
- Abstracts and analyzes records, such as leases, subleases, liens, judgments, easements, vital statistics, and plot and map books
- Determines ownership and legal restrictions to verify legal description of property and completeness of records that may cross county lines
- Resolves most issues such as missing information, incomplete, inaccurate or contradictory information contained in the title documentation
- Prepares initial title commitment documentation based on the application of procedural guidelines
- Prepares and reviews reports for accuracy
- May provide underwriting interpretation within established guidelines
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the WI Commercial Title Examiner role?
Candidates need a High School Diploma or equivalent and 3+ years of directly related experience, plus a state license if required.
What key skills are needed for this title examiner position?
Essential skills include detail/quality orientation, analytical review skills, research skills, strong problem solving skills, communication skills (verbal and written), customer service orientation, standard MS skill set, proficiency with company operating systems, and knowledge of legal principles.
What is the company culture like at First American?
First American fosters an inclusive, people-first culture that supports innovation and employee potential, earning accolades like the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For for ten years and awards for diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ employees.
Is the WI Commercial Title Examiner position remote or office-based?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
First American
Provides title insurance and real estate services
About First American
First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process from any device. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.
Santa Ana, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1889Year Founded
$800.2MTotal Funding
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries
10,001+Employees