Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal Overview

• The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will manage sophisticated real estate transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the process.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, lenders, and title underwriters to facilitate seamless transaction execution.
• Utilize expertise in title insurance, examination, and commercial closings to deliver high-quality service.
• Benefit from a hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth and work-life balance.
• Contribute to high-profile, complex matters within a forward-thinking organization.
• Enjoy a reputation for stability and a supportive culture fostering career advancement.
• Engage in a dynamic role requiring exceptional organizational and analytical skills.
• Leverage advanced knowledge of commercial lending, lien priorities, and recording requirements.

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage complex commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, refinancings, and lending.
• Examine title reports, ALTA surveys, and UCC searches to identify and resolve issues.
• Prepare title insurance commitments, endorsements, policies, and closing documents.
• Coordinate due diligence, settlement statements, escrow accounts, and post-closing matters.
• Communicate directly with attorneys, clients, lenders, and other transaction participants.
• Ensure compliance with recording requirements in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia.
• Utilize title industry software and Microsoft Office for efficient transaction management.
• Support affordable housing finance and agency financing initiatives as needed.

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent professional experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions.
• Valid Title Producer License in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
• Strong knowledge of title insurance, underwriting, and commercial closings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and title industry software.
• Experience with affordable housing finance and LIHTC transactions preferred.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions independently and effectively.