Alicia Simmons
Yonkers,NY
Summary
A dedicated legal professional seeking an estate planning or real estate paralegal position, leveraging extensive experience in legal research, real estate transactions, and document preparation to contribute to a dynamic legal team. Committed to expanding expertise in estate planning and legal support while providing exceptional client service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Support Specialist
AVR Realty Company
04.2012 - Current
- Supported CFO and legal counsel with research, administrative tasks, and real estate transactions (sales, purchases, refinancing).
- Facilitated commercial real estate closings, prepared essential documents, and conducted due diligence for property transactions.
- Assisted with corporate compliance, including forming LLCs and handling legal compliance tasks like liquor license applications.
- Managed financial reports, mortgage statements, and collaborated with stakeholders to ensure smooth transactions and project completion.
Legal Assistant
Casper & Fischer LLP
08.2007 - 04.2012
- Delivered paralegal support in estate planning, real estate law, and guardianship cases.
- Drafted various legal documents for real estate transactions, estate planning, and litigation.
- Assisted in preparing litigation materials, maintaining client files, and composing correspondence.
- Managed attorney time records and prepared accurate client invoices for timely billing.
Closing Coordinator
Stewart Title Insurance Company
06.2006 - 08.2007
- Contacted appropriate agencies to complete searches, order records, and obtain documents.
- Verified closing financial disclosure amounts against settlement and escrow agent figures to accurately reflect borrowers' bottom-line costs.
- Prepared preliminary settlement statements and loan closing instructions for review by title companies and closing agents.
- Collaborated with lenders, agents, and legal professionals to resolve transactional and title issues.
Legal Assistant/Closing Coordinator
TitlePro Agency/Disciullo & Associates
08.2003 - 06.2006
- Scheduled and coordinated all aspects of real estate closings, ensuring timely execution.
- Assembled closing packages and prepared essential documents, including title bills, affidavits, and invoices.
- Processed post-closing requests to maintain transaction accuracy.
- Facilitated communication among all parties involved in the transactions to ensure a smooth process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, NY05-2009
Certification - Paralegal
SUNY Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05-2007
Skills
- File Management
- Document drafting
- Calendar Management
- Proofreading
- Insurance Verification
- Attorney communication
- Marketing assistance
- Legal Software: Amicus, Timeslips, Hot Docs
- Office Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Office 365
- Other Tools: DocuSign, Smartsheet, Concur, CT Advantage, hCue
Accomplishments
Licensed NYS Notary Public qualified in Westchester County.
Timeline
Legal Support Specialist
AVR Realty Company
04.2012 - Current
Legal Assistant
Casper & Fischer LLP
08.2007 - 04.2012
Closing Coordinator
Stewart Title Insurance Company
06.2006 - 08.2007
Legal Assistant/Closing Coordinator
TitlePro Agency/Disciullo & Associates
08.2003 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
Mercy College
Certification - Paralegal
SUNY Westchester Community College
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