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Karen C. Mikesh

Westmont,IL

Summary

Accomplished Senior Real Estate Paralegal with a proven track record at Daspin & Aument, LLP, showcasing expertise in commercial and residential real estate transactions. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a strong work ethic, adept at preparing closing documents, coordinating closings and resolving title issues efficiently. Proficient in Word, iManage, and DocuSign, with outstanding communication abilities, ensuring seamless operations and client satisfaction.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Real Estate Paralegal

Daspin & Aument, LLP
03.2004 - Current
  • Review contracts for commerical and residential real estate.
  • Review Asset Purchase and Sale Contracts
  • Review title and resolve title issues, if any.
  • Review surveys.
  • Prepare closing documents for commerical and residential closings, such as, closing checklists, deeds, affidavits, bill of sales, FIRPTAs, termination agreements, certificates or representation and warranties, resolutions, member/manager certificates, closing escrow instructions, and closing statements.
  • Coordinate closings.
  • Record documents.
  • Prepare Articles of Organization or Incorporation.
  • Prepare Operating Agreements and By-Laws.

Real Estate Paralegal

Holland & Knight
05.2001 - 02.2004
  • Review residential and commerical real estate contracts.
  • Review title and survey.
  • Prepared closing documents.
  • Schedule and coordinate closings.
  • Prepare Articles of Organization and Incorporation.
  • Prepare Operating Agreements and By-Laws.
  • Prepare stock certificates.
  • Prepare wills and trust agreements.
  • Docket important dates for transactions.

Education

Associate of Arts - Legal Assitant/Paralegal Studies

Triton College
River Forest, IL
05.1995

Skills

  • Strong organization and communication skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Works well under pressure
  • Works well with others
  • Flexible
  • Meets deadlines
  • Balance multiple, detailed tasks simultaneously
  • Proficient in Word, iManage, DocuSign and Outlook
  • Strong social skills

Timeline

Senior Real Estate Paralegal

Daspin & Aument, LLP
03.2004 - Current

Real Estate Paralegal

Holland & Knight
05.2001 - 02.2004

Associate of Arts - Legal Assitant/Paralegal Studies

Triton College
Karen C. Mikesh