Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will be responsible for coordinating and conducting due diligence for a broad range of commercial real estate transactions, including financing, acquisitions, dispositions, development projects, and joint ventures. This role involves working closely with attorneys, clients, and third-party providers to review, summarize, and resolve diligence matters prior to closing. The ideal candidate will also provide training and mentorship to junior team members in these areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct title, survey, and zoning reviews for commercial real estate matters, including preparation of summaries, document abstracts, title objection letters, estoppels, SNDA agreements, releases, notices, and other related documents.
• Advise attorneys and clients on ALTA title insurance standards, NSPS survey standards, and relevant zoning ordinances.
• Negotiate and finalize diligence documentation with title companies, surveyors, and zoning consultants.
• Identify and highlight diligence issues, serving as a resource to attorneys in determining appropriate resolutions.
• Review and ensure recordable transaction documents are in proper form.
• Track and manage post-closing title, survey, and zoning obligations to ensure timely completion.
• Train and mentor junior paralegals and attorneys in diligence review processes.
• Support closing paralegals in preparing closing binders and related deliverables.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of title, survey, and zoning matters in commercial real estate.
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and identify key issues.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience advising internal teams and negotiating with external parties.
• Proven track record in training and mentoring others.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.