Job Title: Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Status: Open
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Workplace Type: Hybrid (after 90 days)
Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 (commensurate with experience)
Experience Level: 6–10 Years

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join a busy legal team in a hybrid capacity. This role is responsible for collecting, analyzing, organizing, and maintaining factual information and documentation in accordance with proper legal procedures.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a moderate volume of commercial real estate loan documentation and closings (approximately 25–30 transactions) from contract through closing, including developer transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Manage commercial real estate transactions from contract to closing

Order and review title; prepare title objection letters

Work with title companies to order and clear title and B-1 requirements

Conduct lien searches and review surveys

Prepare and review estoppel letters and zoning documentation

Prepare preliminary Closing Disclosures (CDs) and settlement statements

Communicate with buyers’ lenders and other transaction parties

Resolve title, lien, estoppel, and survey issues

Track, calculate, and calendar critical dates; proactively request extensions when needed

Prepare organized closing packages and ensure timely closings

Perform e-recordings and facilitate issuance of title policies

Distribute finalized documents to all parties promptly

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial real estate law

Prior experience in a mid-size or large law firm preferred

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented with the ability to meet strict deadlines

If you are a proactive, detail-driven professional with strong commercial real estate experience and the ability to manage a high-volume caseload, we encourage you to apply.

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