Real Estate Finance Paralegal

Overview

• Assist in managing complex real estate finance transactions, including construction loans, syndications, and joint venture recapitalizations.
• Collaborate with attorneys to ensure seamless execution of multijurisdictional financing projects.
• Perform detailed due diligence, focusing on title and survey review and compliance analysis.
• Draft and review real estate finance documentation under attorney supervision.
• Coordinate and facilitate transaction closings, including preparation of closing checklists and deliverables.
• Conduct legal research on real estate finance issues relevant to jurisdictional requirements.
• Serve as a liaison for clients and third parties throughout transaction processes.
• Engage in a hybrid work environment, combining remote and on-site collaboration.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage legal and diligence checklists for real estate finance transactions.
• Review and analyze title and survey documents for compliance with transaction requirements.
• Negotiate agreements related to title and survey to ensure transaction success.
• Coordinate execution of signature pages and timely delivery of transaction documents.
• Prepare closing binders and manage post-closing documentation efficiently.
• Draft conveyance documents for secondary market transactions.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to ensure smooth transaction workflows.
• Utilize advanced software platforms for document management and electronic recording.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree with Paralegal certification required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in real estate finance transactions; five years preferred.
• Proficiency in title and survey review and analysis for compliance.
• Knowledge of jurisdictional real property statutes and recording practices.
• Experience with software platforms such as iManage, Excel, SharePoint, and online portals.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing tasks.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment with collaborative teamwork.