Job Title: Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in managing complex commercial real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a proven ability to handle all aspects of real estate closings and due diligence.

Key Responsibilities:

● Coordinate and assist with all aspects of commercial real estate closings, including drafting and reviewing conveyance documents, mortgages, UCC filings, transfer tax forms, and closing statements.
● Order, review, and summarize title commitments, surveys, and exception documents; prepare title and survey objection letters.
● Manage due diligence processes for large commercial transactions, including review of UCC, tax, judgment, and lien searches.
● Prepare and track contract critical dates and closing checklists.
● Draft and prepare consents, resolutions, and other corporate governance documents.
● Handle post-closing tasks such as document recording, closing binders, and post-closing deliveries.
● Draft and review real estate and business contracts.
● Prepare lease and loan abstracts, correspondence, and memoranda as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

● Minimum of 5 years of experience as a commercial real estate paralegal in a law firm setting.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with legal management software preferred.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
● Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
● Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

Education and Certification:

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
● Paralegal certification or registration (such as Florida Registered Paralegal) preferred.

Work Schedule:

● Full-time, Monday to Friday.

Work Environment:

● On-site position in a professional office setting.