DANIELLE DUNN
Nashville,Tennessee
Summary
A can-do attitude combined with intelligence, common sense and an attention to detail helps create a consistent quality product that fosters client confidence. I independently managed tasks and projects ranging from administrative to complex, allowing my managers to focus on creating greater value for the organization (e.g., generating more business and revenue). My inter-personal skills, even in high pressure situations, along with my team-oriented mindset enables collaboration with all parties for positive outcomes. My dependability, dedication and outstanding work ethic make me a valuable asset to any business.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Escrow Officer/Real Estate Paralegal
Old Republic Title
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Prepared settlement statements utilizing RamQuest for substantial and complex commercial real estate transactions, including construction, defeasance, multi-state, and 1031 Exchange
- Independently tracked and managed closings and deadlines remotely
- Communicated efficiently, effectively and professionally with Agents, Attorneys, Lenders and customers throughout the transaction process to resolve issues and identify necessary items needed for a successful closing
- Reviewed corporate/organizational documents (e.g., Articles of Organization, LLC/Operating Agreements, resolutions)
- Reviewed title documents (e.g., Commitments, Title Objection Letters and PROFORMAS) to clear potential closing obstacles and meet title requirements
- Ordered and reviewed surveys, zoning letters and other due diligence items
- Assembled, organized and distributed closing documents in preparation for closing
- Disbursed substantial funds promptly to all parties at closing
- Reviewed, suggested revisions to, and recorded conveyance deeds, deeds of trust, memorandums of lease, easements agreements, UCC Financing Statements, and other title documents with local and state recording offices (e.g., Register of Deeds and Secretary of State)
- Monitored post-closing items for completion and ensured transactions met auditing and legal requirements
- Maintained accurate records and performed reconciliations
- Closed approximately 150 high-value real estate transactions annually, ranging from $500,000 to $66 million
- Generated over $3 million in revenue for the company
- Disbursed over $100 million in transaction funds
- Successfully collaborated with nationally recognized developers to close multiple transactions
Commercial Escrow Officer/Real Estate Paralegal
First American Title Insurance Company
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Similar responsibilities to those at Old Republic Title, with additional duties including:
- Utilizing proprietary closing software to streamline processes
- Collaborating with Underwriters to resolve title issues
- Reviewing, negotiating and approving Closing/Escrow Instruction Letters
- Supervising an Escrow Assistant in the collection and distribution of closing documents
- Reviewing and revising title policies for accuracy before finalization
- Compiling and circulating final, executed closing documents to appropriate parties
- Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships, enhancing customer satisfaction
- Trained and mentored an Escrow Assistant, who was subsequently promoted as an Escrow Officer
Commercial Escrow Officer/Real Estate Paralegal
Fidelity National Title Insurance Company
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Successfully managed similar responsibilities to those at First American National Title Insurance Company
- Acquired skills needed to become proficient in managing high value and complex transactions
Real Estate Paralegal
McKenzie, Laird, Ottinger Leach, PLLC
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Ordered title searches and coordinated the collection and delivery of earnest money
- Reviewed Purchase and Sale Agreements to create critical deadlines and due diligence checklists
- Maintained and updated deadlines for all aspects of closings, including purchase and sale extensions, inspection periods and due diligence
- Obtained organizational documents from Secretary of State offices
- Organized the collection of closing invoices and signatures pages
- Assembled and distributed closing packages to all parties involved (e.g., Buyers/Sellers, Lenders, Attorneys and title companies)
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Stites & Harbison, PLLC
09.2006 - 05.2018
- Supported a senior Partner and multiple Associate attorneys within the corporate, finance, and real estate groups by:
- Conducting preliminary review of Purchase and Sale/Asset Purchase agreements to identify potential issues
- Preparing and monitoring closing checklists and outstanding items
- Drafting organizational and corporate documents, including resolutions, consent actions for directors and shareholders, merger, dissolution, qualification, and stock issuance documents, and annual reports for attorney review and filing with local and state offices
- Obtaining and reviewing certificates of existence, foreign qualifications and annual reports
- Independently working with local and state taxing entities to resolve good standing issues
- Maintaining corporate minute books, including completion of annual reports, and required business filings
- Provided efficient and accurate support to attorneys, including legal document preparation, corporate records maintenance, and business transactions from initiation to completion, contributing significantly to the smooth functioning of the legal department
Education
Certificate of Completion - Paralegal Program
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CaliforniaSkills
- Calendar oversight
- Case file organization
- Exceptional writer
- Research and data collection
- Attorney support
- Evidence analysis
- Document preparation
- Legal compliance
- Proofreading
- Office administration
- File and records management
- Proficient in MS office
- Documenting
- Notary public
- Project management
- Compliance monitoring
- Document control support
- Contract review
- File organization
- Client communication
- Document drafting
- Legal writing
- Corporate law
Summary
A can-do attitude combined with intelligence, common sense and an attention to detail helps create a consistent quality product that fosters client confidence. I independently managed tasks and projects ranging from administrative to complex, allowing my managers to focus on creating greater value for the organization (e.g., generating more business and revenue). My inter-personal skills, even in high pressure situations, along with my team-oriented mindset enables collaboration with all parties for positive outcomes. My dependability, dedication and outstanding work ethic make me a valuable asset to any business., Paralegal/Commercial Escrow Officer with extensive experience in complex commercial real estate transactions and the formation and maintenance of various corporate entities., Proficient in managing multiple tasks while maintaining high accuracy and professionalism., Highly skilled in exercising independent judgment and decision-making in high pressure situations while upholding the ethical standards expected of legal and real estate professionals., Demonstrates a positive work attitude and consistent attendance., Possesses excellent organizational and writing skills with competency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Outlook, Excel) and various time-keeping and redlining/blacklining programs.
Certification
Certificate of Completion, Paralegal Program
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO, San Diego, California
Accredited by the American Bar Association
Timeline
Commercial Escrow Officer/Real Estate Paralegal
Old Republic Title
08.2023 - 02.2025
Commercial Escrow Officer/Real Estate Paralegal
First American Title Insurance Company
07.2021 - 07.2023
Commercial Escrow Officer/Real Estate Paralegal
Fidelity National Title Insurance Company
01.2020 - 07.2021
Real Estate Paralegal
McKenzie, Laird, Ottinger Leach, PLLC
03.2019 - 01.2020
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Stites & Harbison, PLLC
09.2006 - 05.2018
Certificate of Completion - Paralegal Program
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO
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