Paralegal – Federal Real Estate Acquisition

Role Overview

• Support real estate acquisition activities involving purchase, lease, easement, exchange, or donation of property
• Prepare, review, and organize real estate and legal documentation, including deeds, leases, easements, right-of-entry agreements, and closing packages
• Track and maintain parcel, landowner, and property records across multiple projects and geographic areas
• Coordinate with landowners, attorneys, title companies, surveyors, and government stakeholders
• Assist with title review, due diligence documentation, and tracking of outstanding legal or property issues
• Maintain accurate project files, correspondence logs, and document control systems
• Support landowner communications, including mailings, notices, meeting coordination, and follow-up actions
• Attend meetings (virtual and in-person), take notes, and prepare summaries, action items, and after-action reports
• Track schedules, milestones, and deadlines related to real estate acquisition activities
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, trackers, and reports to support project management and client reporting
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local real estate and acquisition requirements
• Assist in identifying risks, issues, and process gaps and recommend solutions to improve efficiency
• Provide general project and administrative support as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2–3 years of paralegal, real estate, or legal support experience (entry-level candidates with strong relevant experience will be considered)
• Experience supporting real estate transactions, land acquisition, or property documentation preferred
• Experience working with or supporting federal, state, or municipal clients is preferred
• Strong document management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel
• Ability to review and track legal and real estate documents with a high level of accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Vision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability
• 401K with employer match (after six months of employment)
• Federal and non-federal paid holidays
• Flexible paid time off
• Generous bonus program based on firm and individual performance
• An opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun team