Real Estate Paralegal

Our client, a boutique real estate investment firm is looking for an experienced real estate paralegal to join their team.

Job Title: Real Estate Paralegal

Reports To: General Counsel

Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 + discretionary bonus

Overview:

The Real Estate Paralegal will support the legal team at a leading real estate investment firm, specializing in high-value commercial and residential real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with the ability to manage complex projects and deadlines in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Management

• Assist with the preparation, review, and management of contracts, leases, purchase agreements, and closing documents.
• Oversee the escrow process, ensuring timely completion of all documentation and compliance with transaction deadlines.

Title and Survey Review

• Conduct and review title searches, commitments, policies, and surveys to identify and resolve any title defects or exceptions.
• Coordinate with title companies, lenders, and other third parties.

Due Diligence

• Perform in-depth due diligence, including zoning and land use research, and verify ownership and encumbrances.
• Organize and maintain due diligence reports and materials for acquisitions and development projects.

Closing Support

• Coordinate and facilitate all aspects of real estate closings, including drafting closing binders, managing checklists, and disbursing funds.
• Ensure proper execution, recording, and filing of documents.

Legal and Administrative Support

• Maintain organized transaction files and corporate records.
• Track critical dates and ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual deadlines.
• Assist attorneys with litigation support, as needed.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Legal Studies, Business, or a related field.
• Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program is strongly preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in real estate law, with a focus on commercial real estate transactions.
• Prior experience in a real estate investment or development firm is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of title insurance, real estate contracts, escrow processes, and zoning regulations.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• 100% employer-covered health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.

Please submit your resume for consideration!

We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.