Avery Griffith
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
I am a skilled Real Estate Paralegal proficient in property research and records acquisition. I prepared documents, gathered information, and transmit up to 10 files a week. I am well-versed in Softpro with expertise in Closing Disclosures. I have a history of producing exceptional legal support work on real estate transactions. I am an organized, and diligent professional with a keen eye for detail and a systematic nature. I also build lasting relationships with clientele to ensure smooth transactions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Paralegal
Donald G. Walton, Jr Attorney At Law
Jacksonville, NC
02.2022 - Current
- Organized contracts and closing documents for rentals and purchases.
- Prepared legal property descriptions for use in transactions.
- Tracked and processed easement documents in accordance with policies and applicable laws.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
- Researched state statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.
- Communicated with outside vendors on behalf of attorneys and legal departments.
- Managed billable hour tracking, payroll, client invoicing and schedules for Donald G. Walton, Jr Attorney at Law
- Collected, drafted and maintained resources to provide comprehensive materials accessible to all firm lawyers.
- Assisted in the sale of local Real Estate by communicating with Lenders, Real Estate Agencies, and Buyers/Sellers of properties.
- Developed research on properties by conducting Title Research to ensure free and clear transactions.
- Efficient in Proform and balancing Closing Disclosures with Lenders and Real Estate Agents.
- Cooperated with Real Estate Agents, Lenders, Law Firms, and the Register of Deeds to ensure timely transactions and quality service.
- Maintained an organized work environment to ensure proficient and detailed work.
Sales Associate
Root Culture Inc
Birmingham, AL
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
Receptionist/Bridal Consultant
Bella Couture
Laurel, MT
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Sold and fitted Wedding Attire for brides-to-be, bridal parties, and family members of the bride.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise and promoted key items.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
- Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
- Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
- Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Assistant Interior Designer
Interior Design By Summer
Dothan, AL
01.2017 - 10.2017
- I assisted with the buying of houses/ interior design/staging of many homes throughout the Dothan, Al area.
- Documented costs, tracked purchases and administered client budgets.
- Completed client consultations and worked with architects to define needs and style preferences for new office spaces.
- Maintained knowledge of constantly changing interior design trends and products.
- Consulted with clients to determine architectural preference to meet overall design goals.
Intern
Great Southern Wood Corporate Law Office
Abbeville, AL
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets and reports.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets and produced timely reports.
Education
High school diploma - Dual Enrollment
WALLACE DOTHAN
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Northview High School
Skills
- Design
- Retail Sales
- Social media management
- Google Docs
- Social media marketing
- Interior design
- Responding to customer situations with sensitivity
- Ensuring customer satisfaction and prioritizing tasks
- Using basic scheduling and organizational skills in an office setting
- Customer service
- Identifying and resolving common customer concerns
- Real Estate Closing Assistance
- Real Estate Lending Processes
- Closing Disclosures
- Legal Research
- Correspondence and Legal Forms Drafting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Client Communication
- Real Estate Title Concepts
Additional Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Real Estate Paralegal
Donald G. Walton, Jr Attorney At Law
02.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Root Culture Inc
12.2019 - 12.2020
Receptionist/Bridal Consultant
Bella Couture
01.2019 - 12.2019
Intern
Great Southern Wood Corporate Law Office
06.2017 - 07.2017
Assistant Interior Designer
Interior Design By Summer
01.2017 - 10.2017
High school diploma - Dual Enrollment
WALLACE DOTHAN
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Northview High School