Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant - Real Estate
Join a respected local firm where you can launch & grow your professional career.

About the Firm
Since 1979, the Law Office of Russell Bowling has been a trusted legal partner for individuals and families throughout Western North Carolina. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the firm offers decades of experience in Social Security Disability Law, Real Estate Transactions, Estate Planning, and Long-Term Care Planning. Guided by Russell Bowling, a Board-Certified Specialist in Social Security Disability Law, the firm is dedicated to delivering exceptional client care supported by a highly professional team.

About the Role
We’re hiring an entry-level Legal Assistant who’s committed to learning and growing in the real estate practice area. This is a great position for someone with strong administrative skills and a desire to support clients, attorneys, and paralegals in a fast-paced legal environment. You’ll play a key role in organizing real estate files and assisting with closings while receiving hands-on training and mentorship from a seasoned paralegal.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a helpful, professional point of contact for clients, lenders, and realtors
• Manage real estate files, document collection, and digital case organization
• Prepare routine correspondence, meeting confirmations, and closing reminders
• Assist with scheduling closings, inspections, and related client appointments
• Learn to support real estate closings, title order tracking, and document e-recording
• Shadow an experienced real estate paralegal and participate in ongoing training
• Use case management and document systems to support case workflows and client updates

About You

• Tech-savvy and quick to learn new platforms and processes
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented under time pressure
• Proactive and resourceful, anticipating next steps to support the paralegal
• Comfortable managing calendars and communicating with clients and third parties
• Interested in building a strong foundation in real estate law and legal support
• Professional communication style, both written and verbal
• Trustworthy, discreet, and committed to maintaining client confidentiality

• Competitive salary –$40,000 to $60,000 commensurate with experience
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Monday–Friday in-office schedule

Why This Role?
If you're looking to begin a legal career in a respected local firm or grow your career with a focus on real estate, this role offers hands-on experience and mentorship in a friendly, client-centered environment. You'll gain foundational skills in legal support while making a real difference for individuals navigating high-stakes transactions.

How to Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter sharing what interests you about this role. We look forward to learning more about you.