Paralegal - Real Estate

Salary: $86,000 - 96,000/year We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in a fast-paced law firm environment. This role focuses on managing real estate transactions from contract through closing, with a strong emphasis on preparing closing binders, coordinating loan documentation, and reviewing title and survey materials.    #LAT

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and finalize comprehensive closing binders (physical and electronic)
• Ensure all executed documents, correspondence, and transaction materials are complete and properly filed
• Distribute closing binders to clients, lenders, and internal records
• Assist in the preparation and review of loan documents, including promissory notes, deeds of trust/mortgages, and settlement statements
• Coordinate with lenders to obtain and verify closing instructions and funding requirements
• Track key dates and ensure timely satisfaction of loan conditions
• Review title commitments, title policies, and related exception documents
• Analyze ALTA surveys and identify potential issues or discrepancies
• Coordinate title clearance, including resolving liens, encumbrances, and other title defects
• Assist attorneys with commercial and/or residential real estate transactions
• Draft basic real estate documents and correspondence
• Order and manage due diligence materials (title searches, surveys, zoning reports, etc.)
• Communicate with clients, lenders, title companies, and opposing counsel
• Ensure proper recording of documents
• Track and obtain final title policies
• Handle post-closing follow-ups and file maintenance

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree; Paralegal certificate preferred

2+ years of real estate paralegal experience in a law firm or title company

Strong knowledge of real estate closing processes, title review, and loan documentation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously