Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents for commercial property sales, leases, and financing transactions.
• Review and analyze title reports and surveys; draft objection letters and coordinate resolution.
• Manage transaction timelines, coordinate closings, and oversee post-closing activities including recording, title policies, and binders.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documentation and research are complete and accessible for attorney review.
• Conduct online and document-based research to gather case-relevant information.
• Prepare entity formation documents and handle annual filings.
• Liaise with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth transactions.
• Track billable hours and maintain accurate records in the firm’s timekeeping system.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the legal team.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Strong research skills, particularly in property records and ownership history across jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Adobe, Nuance, and legal document management systems (e.g., iManage, Work Share).
• Experience handling a variety of commercial real estate transactions and filings.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certification, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a commercial real estate law firm setting.
• Hands-on experience with title searches, survey reviews, and related documentation.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet transaction deadlines.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Legal

• Legal Services