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Our Portage office is looking for a self-motivated, confident, full time Legal Assistant to provide high quality and efficient legal assistant and administrative services by providing professional support to our team. This position will work closely with attorneys and other Legal Assistants, including those that provide legal advice in specialized areas such as Business and Real Estate.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assists in preparing accurate and properly formatted legal documents, file, and follow up on court filings with attorney supervision.
- Assists in scheduling appointments, including meetings, conferences and court dates for team members.
- Assists in reviewing, prioritizing, and routing incoming mail.
- Arrange for and follow-up on document filings.
- Communicate with court and register of deeds clerks for updates, changes and issues with their offices.
- Maintaining current and orderly files according to Firm guidelines. Answering telephone calls. Provides relevant and timely information to clients and team members in a professional, courteous, and effective manner.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to obtain a Notary Public.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of firm personnel and a variety of external entities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to maintain confidential information.
- 3-5 years of legal administrative experience highly preferred, with experience in electronic filing with courts of various jurisdictions.
- Possesses proficient technical user knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Adaptable to learning new software.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid Time Off including vacation, sick and personal time.
- Medical, Dental and Vision with Health Savings Account (HSA) option, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) option, and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option.
- Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Plan including matching and non-elective contributions with eligibility on your 1st day of employment.
About us:
Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos have been serving the personal and professional needs of people and businesses throughout Michigan for over 50 years. Our goal is to assemble the talent and resources necessary to best serve our clients. We hope you’ll join us in making a positive impact in our client’s story.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Legal Assistant: 3 years (Required)
- Microsoft Word: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Our Portage office is looking for a self-motivated, confident, full time Legal Assistant to provide high quality and efficient legal assistant and administrative services by providing professional support to our team. This position will work closely with attorneys and other Legal Assistants, including those that provide legal advice in specialized areas such as Business and Real Estate.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assists in preparing accurate and properly formatted legal documents, file, and follow up on court filings with attorney supervision.
- Assists in scheduling appointments, including meetings, conferences and court dates for team members.
- Assists in reviewing, prioritizing, and routing incoming mail.
- Arrange for and follow-up on document filings.
- Communicate with court and register of deeds clerks for updates, changes and issues with their offices.
- Maintaining current and orderly files according to Firm guidelines. Answering telephone calls. Provides relevant and timely information to clients and team members in a professional, courteous, and effective manner.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to obtain a Notary Public.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of firm personnel and a variety of external entities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to maintain confidential information.
- 3-5 years of legal administrative experience highly preferred, with experience in electronic filing with courts of various jurisdictions.
- Possesses proficient technical user knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Adaptable to learning new software.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid Time Off including vacation, sick and personal time.
- Medical, Dental and Vision with Health Savings Account (HSA) option, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) option, and/or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option.
- Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement Plan including matching and non-elective contributions with eligibility on your 1st day of employment.
About us:
Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos have been serving the personal and professional needs of people and businesses throughout Michigan for over 50 years. Our goal is to assemble the talent and resources necessary to best serve our clients. We hope you’ll join us in making a positive impact in our client’s story.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Legal Assistant: 3 years (Required)
- Microsoft Word: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in real estate legal assistant jobs.
- Experience preparing and reviewing real estate closing documents and HUD or ALTA settlement statements
- Proficiency with title production or closing management software used in real estate transactions
- Knowledge of title search procedures, title commitments, and basic title insurance concepts
- Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent legal administrative experience
- Strong attention to detail for reviewing deeds, mortgages, lien releases, and legal descriptions
- Ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous closings and communicate with lenders, agents, and clients
Tips for Your Real Estate Legal Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to transaction types
Residential and commercial real estate legal work differ significantly. Specify on your resume whether you've supported closings, title searches, lease reviews, or due diligence packages, so hiring attorneys can immediately see your fit for their practice area.
List every real estate software you know
Employers filter for candidates familiar with title production software, document management platforms, and closing management tools. Name the specific programs you've used rather than writing general terms like 'legal software' or 'case management systems'.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists real estate legal assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your closing experience by volume
If you've coordinated or assisted with real estate closings, give a sense of the scale and variety, such as transaction types handled or file complexity. Attorneys hiring for busy practices want to know you can manage a heavy closing schedule without supervision.
Prepare for skills-based interview questions
Expect interviewers to ask how you handle title defects, missing documents, or last-minute closing delays. Walk through your actual process for resolving a real example rather than giving a general answer about organization or communication.
Negotiate start date around licensing timelines
If you're pursuing a notary commission or title insurance license, disclose your expected completion date during the offer stage. Many firms will adjust your start date or onboarding plan rather than lose a strong candidate over a few weeks.
Real Estate Legal Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most real estate legal assistants?
The most active employers for real estate legal assistants right now are Capstone Search Partners, Amazon, and Digital Realty, and the most openings are in Florida, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Law firms with dedicated real estate practices and title companies handling high closing volumes tend to post the most consistently.
How many real estate legal assistant jobs are remote?
About 43% of real estate legal assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of much of this work. Roles focused on drafting, document review, or file management are more likely to offer remote flexibility than positions that require attending closings or managing physical documents on-site.
How do you become a real estate legal assistant?
Start by completing a paralegal certificate or associate degree with coursework in real estate law, contracts, or property law. Gain hands-on experience through an entry-level legal administrative position, a title company, or a real estate brokerage office. Learning title production software, understanding the closing process, and earning a notary commission strengthens your candidacy for most positions.
Can you get hired as a real estate legal assistant with little experience?
Yes, many firms hire candidates with limited direct experience if they have a paralegal certificate, strong administrative skills, and familiarity with real estate concepts. Applying to title companies or small real estate law practices gives you the best chance at entry-level roles. Volunteering to assist with closings or shadowing during internships can substitute for formal work history early in your career.
What does the real estate legal assistant interview process look like?
Most interviews involve an initial phone screen followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with the supervising attorney or office manager. You'll likely be asked to walk through how you manage closing files, handle document errors, and prioritize competing deadlines. Some employers give a short skills test involving document review or proofreading to assess your attention to detail before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to real estate legal assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to real estate legal assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and preferences.
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