Real Estate Paralegal/Intern/Legal Admin Assistant

VIVYAN JONES

********************@*****.*** • 512-***-**** • 605 W. South St, Unit 62, Leander, TX 78646

REAL ESTATE PARALEGAL

Summary: In my 19-year career in the real estate industry, I have gained extensive experience in preparing lease agreements, purchase contracts, and closing documents for both residential and commercial properties. Additionally, I am skilled in conducting title searches and ensuring legal compliance in all documentation. This background has provided me with a deep understanding of the legal complexities involved in real estate transactions and has allowed me to develop the ability to draft precise and legally sound documents that safeguard the interests of all parties involved. Key strengths: Microsoft Word • Legal Research & Writing • Litigation • Drafting • Due Diligence • Westlaw Microsoft PowerPoint • Contract Review • Decision Making • LexisNexis • Research and Writing EDUCATION & TRAINING

Real Estate Law Specialist, Major: Real Estate Law Specialist, Minor: Paralegal, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX (2024)The University of Texas at Austin Center for Professional Education Austin, TX 2024 Real Estate Law Specialist/Paralegal

• Real Estate Law: 87.75%

learned about the sale, leasing, and financing of real estate. Learned the value-adding role of lawyers in these transactions and, when necessary, in disputes. Learned both residential and commercial real estate, along with related topics such as water rights, environmental concerns, and land use regulations.

• Administrative Law: 88.00%

Learned Administrative Procedure Act (APA):

Understanding the APA, which outlines the procedures agencies must follow when making rules, adjudicating cases, and issuing licenses or permits.

Learned Delegation of Power:

Studied how Congress delegates authority to administrative agencies to create and enforce regulations. Analyzed the scope and limits of agency power.

Learned Agency Decision-Making:

Examined the decision-making processes within agencies, including rulemaking, adjudication, and enforcement. Learned about notice-and-comment rulemaking and the role of public participation. Judicial Review:

Explored how courts review agency decisions for legality, reasonableness, and procedural fairness. Discussed standards of review (e.g., Chevron deference) and the role of courts in shaping agency actions. Learned Constitutional Constraints:

How to investigate constitutional principles that impact administrative law, such as due process, separation of powers, and equal protection.

Analyzed how agencies balance competing interests. Learned Agency Oversight:

Understanding mechanisms for oversight, including congressional hearings, inspector general reports, and judicial review, and considering the role of the President and executive orders.

• eDiscovery: 77.50%

Learned the basics of eDiscovery, including the eDiscovery process, reference models, and legal considerations. Learned to understand how to preserve, manage, and review data for eDiscovery. Overall Final Grade: 84.42%.

Paralegal Litigation Studies, Major: Litigation Paralegal, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX

(2024)The University of Texas at Austin Center for Professional Education Austin, TX currently Litigation Paralegal

VIVYAN JONES **********@*****.*** • 512-***-**** Broker Associate Degree, Major: Real Estate Broker, Austin Community College, Austin, TX (2023)Austin Community College Austin, TX 2022-23

Real Estate Broker

Credit Spring 2023 (1/9/2023-7/23/2023)

Term GPA: 3.375

Course SectionTitle Credits Final Grade

Customer Relationship Mgmt 3 A

RELE-1219-001

RE Finance 2 B

RELE-2331-001

Real Est Brokg 3 B

Credit Fall 2022 (8/15/2022-3/12/2023)

Term GPA: 3.250

Course SectionTitle Credits Final Grade

Bus Principles 3 B

PHIL-2306-014 Ethics 3 B

RELE-1200-002

RE Contract Forms 2 A

Credit Summer 2022 (5/23/2022-8/21/2022)

Term GPA: 3.333

Course SectionTitle Credits Final Grade

RELE-1315-001

Property Mgmt 3 A

RELE-1406-003

Real Est Prin 4 B

RELE-2201-001

Law of Agency 2 B

Credit Spring 2022 (1/10/2022-7/24/2022)

Term GPA: 3.375

*6 credits remaining to reach Degree, dropped out and went into law. Real Estate Certification, Austin Community College, Austin, TX (2005)Austin Community College Austin, TX 2005

Real Estate Agent Certification

I had to have a minimum of 180 classroom hours of Real Estate instruction, comprising of five mandatory courses to sit for the Texas Real Estate Sales Licensing Exam. I had to attend 90% of the class hours and then take the required exams.

RELE 1200 - Real Estate Contract Forms and Addenda RELE 1201 - Principles of Real Estate

RELE 1211 - Law of Contracts

RELE 1215 - Property Management (2-2-0) and RELE 1315 - Property Management RELE 1219 - Real Estate Finance (2-2-0) and RELE 1319 - Real Estate Finance RELE 1225 - Real Estate Mathematics (2-2-0) and RELE 1325 - Real Estate Mathematics RELE 1238 - Principles of Real Estate II

RELE 1303 - Real Estate Appraisal

RELE 1307 - Real Estate Investment

VIVYAN JONES **********@*****.*** • 512-***-**** RELE 1309 - Real Estate Law

RELE 1321 - Real Estate Marketing

RELE 1391 - Special Topics in Real Estate, Real Estate Agent Jumpstart RELE 1406 - Real Estate Principles (4-4-0) - Combined of RELE 1201 - Principles of Real Estate (2-2-0), and RELE 1238 - Principles of Real Estate II

RELE 2201 - Law of Agency (2-2-0) and RELE 2301 - Law of Agency RELE 2331 - Real Estate Brokerage

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

5th Stream Realty, Austin, TX US 2024

Real Estate Agent

Driven and energetic Real Estate Agent with 19 years' experience in real estate. Highly adept at building excellent working relationships with other real estate agents, lenders, appraisers, title companies, surveyors, and attorneys. Strategic Real Estate Agent known for building quality rapport with buyers, sellers, and loan professionals to foster seamless home sales and purchases. Offering 19 years of property tours, client relationship management, and financial assessment to assist clients. Personable and communicative with expertise in market conditions and property values.

Real Estate Agent 5th Stream Realty- Austin, TX 01/2024- 02/2024 I deactivated my License since I was not practicing Real Estate. World Wide Realty 2020 to 2021

Real Estate Agent

• Coordinated appointments with prospective buyers to showcase houses and plots.

• Facilitated real estate purchases by reviewing listings, accompanying clients to properties and communicating sale conditions.

• Verified accuracy of documentation and fund disbursements for sales.

• Met with people from various locations and evaluated needs to help clients realize personal real estate goals.

• Scheduled home viewings with potential buyers.

• Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, including contracts, deeds, closing statements, and leases.

• Generated list of properties to meet specific client needs.

• Showed residential properties and explained features, value and benefits of vacant homes.

• Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.

• Wrote contract documents, purchase agreements, and closing statements.

• Gathered, distributed, and maintained all materials for marketing plans.

• Answered phone calls and emails from potential and existing customers.

• Maintained high referral rates and exceptional feedback from previous clients. VIVYAN JONES **********@*****.*** • 512-***-****

Advertised properties to the public via networking, brochures, ads, and multiple listing services to maximize exposure.

Advertised properties to public via networking, brochures, ads, and multiple listing services to maximize exposure and generated lists of properties that were compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources. Redfin, Austin, TX US 2021

Real Estate Agent

• Provided tours of listed properties to prospective buyers.

• Set appointments with each interested buyer.

• Performed research to find homes that fit the client's criteria and consulted with agents representing the seller.

Gave them a thorough overview of the property's positive features, the likelihood for value increase, and the potential need for repairs or refurbishment.

Dash Realty, Austin, TX US 2020 to 2021

Real Estate Agent

• Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses, and participation in multiple listing services.

• Created and maintained a large client base by meeting needs and delivering exceptional customer service.

• Counseled customers on market status for residential and land markets.

• Advised prospective clients on current market activities.

• Maintained database of prospective customers.

• Showed building models to prospects based on expressed needs and preferences.

• Successfully guided home buyers and sellers through sales and purchase of properties.

• Generated lists of for-sale properties.

• Greeted new home buyers and promoted features of newly constructed homes to help clients make educated decisions.

• Managed and rented out rental properties.

• Wrote contracts between buyers and sellers and ensured adherence.

• Assisted clients in leasing homes, retail, and entertainment space.

• Actively follow-up with prospects and hot leads.

• Wrote contract documents, purchase agreements and closing statements.

• Answered phone calls and emails from potential and existing customers.

• Ensure adherence of leases and contracts.

• Maintained high referral rates and exceptional feedback from previous clients.

• Showed residential properties and explained features, value, and benefits of vacant homes. Organized and served on realtor advisory board.

Counseled new buyers to enhance sales opportunities. Seay Group, Leander, Texas US 2016 to 2020

VIVYAN JONES **********@*****.*** • 512-***-**** Real Estate Agent

• Created and maintained a large client base by meeting needs and delivering exceptional customer service. Counseled customers on market status for residential and land markets.

• Maintained database of prospective customers.

• Educated clients on the current real estate market and answered any questions.

• Managed and rented out rental properties.

• Assisted clients in leasing homes, retail, and entertainment space.

• Actively follow-up with prospects and hot leads.

• Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.

• Wrote contract documents, purchase agreements and closing statements.

• Answered phone calls and emails from potential and existing customers.

• Maintained high referral rates and exceptional feedback from previous clients. Citywide Realty, Austin, TX US 2005 to 2016

Real Estate Agent

• Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses, and participation in multiple listing services.

• Created and maintained a large client base by meeting needs and delivering exceptional customer service.

• Counseled customers on market status for residential and land markets.

• Advised prospective clients on current market activities.

• Maintained database of prospective customers.

• Coordinated appointments with prospective buyers to showcase houses and plots.

• Successfully guided home buyers and sellers through sales and purchase of properties.

• Generated lists of for-sale properties.

• Greeted new home buyers and promoted features of newly constructed homes to help clients make educated decisions.

• Educated clients on the current real estate market and answered any questions.

• Managed and rented out rental properties.

• Wrote contracts between buyers and sellers and ensured adherence.

• Followed up with prospects throughout sales processes.

• Assisted clients in leasing homes, retail, and entertainment space.

• Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.

• Wrote contract documents, purchase agreements, and closing statements.

• Gathered, distributed, and maintained all materials for marketing plans.

• Answered phone calls and emails from potential and existing customers.

• Maintained high referral rates and exceptional feedback from previous clients.

Advertised properties to public via networking, brochures, ads, and multiple listing services to maximize exposure and generated lists of properties that were compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources. VIVYAN JONES **********@*****.*** • 512-***-**** PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Certified Texas Affordable Housing Specialist - THSAC Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation Austin, TX 2017 Texas Affordable Housing Specialist

The Texas Affordable Housing Specialist (TAHS) certification equipped me with the knowledge to help first-time and underserved homebuyers and increase sustainable homeownership in Texas. The accreditation offered 12 CE hours, including the mandatory four-hour United Texas: Housing Initiatives that Work course.

Other topics included: FHA Lending, Fair Housing, and homebuyer resources related to workforce housing. AFFILIATIONS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Reentry Roundtable Housing Initiative

The Austin/Travis County Reentry Roundtable, modeled after the National Reentry Roundtable convened by the Urban Institute, is a community coalition of individuals directly impacted by the criminal legal system, academics, service providers, practitioners, community leaders, policymakers, and advocates working to address the challenges to effective reentry and reintegration.

National Society of Leadership and Success

The NSLS Foundation supports the strengthening of leadership skills and provides access to opportunities so that leaders make a positive impact within the communities they live and serve.

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