Steven Knapp
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Adept at navigating complex legal landscapes, I honed my analysis and communication skills at Capital Abstract & Title, mastering public records research and real estate transactions. My background includes a proven track record in legal document review and a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality, showcasing my ability to deliver precise outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Title Abstractor
Capital Abstract & Title
Buffalo, NY
12.2022 - Current
- Identified key elements in legal descriptions and Surrogate's court records.
- Prepared reports regarding findings during title search process.
- Researched public records including deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, tax records and other related documents.
- Performed title searches, ordered reports, and obtained clearance documents.
- Evaluated documents to determine property ownership.
- Drafted abstracts containing detailed summaries of all documents related to a specific parcel of land.
- Investigated any discrepancies found in public record titles through examination of court orders, surveys or other sources.
Administrative Assistant/Notary Public
Hodgson Russ LLP
Buffalo, NY
04.2017 - 12.2022
- Managed timely delivery and retrieval of vital legal paperwork.
- Notarized multiple legal documents such as affidavits, bonds, and deeds.
- Supported copy center in assembling exhibit books, RFP materials, and binders.
- Oversaw the signing process of crucial legal documents.
- Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
Shipping Clerk
Record Theatre
Buffalo, NY
04.2010 - 03.2017
- Prepared physical media products for domestic and international shipment through Fulfillment by Amazon and similar platforms.
- Maintained inventory control system to ensure accurate tracking of all shipped items.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05.2014
Skills
- Analysis skills
- Westlaw
- LexisNexis
- Proofreading
- Organizational skills
- Writing skills
- Public records navigation
- Legal document analysis
- Legal document review
- Real estate transactions
- Mortgage Documents Understanding
- Public records research
- Chain of title analysis
- Client confidentiality
- Real estate title concepts
- Court proceedings familiarity
- Legal compliance
- Legal terminology
- Legal drafting
- Legal research
Certification
Notary Public, 10/01/17, Present
Timeline
Title Abstractor
Capital Abstract & Title
12.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant/Notary Public
Hodgson Russ LLP
04.2017 - 12.2022
Shipping Clerk
Record Theatre
04.2010 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
State University of New York At Buffalo
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