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Real Estate Paralegal (Preclosing)

Jobot, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Overview SC boutique real estate and estate planning firm. This Jobot Job is hosted by Mallory Schreiner. Easy Apply by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending your resume.

Job Details Position: Pre-Closing Paralegal

The Pre-Closing Paralegal supports attorneys and clients in preparing real estate and finance transactions for closing. This role coordinates documentation, reviews title and loan materials, communicates with lenders and third parties, and ensures all pre-closing conditions are satisfied accurately and on schedule.

Why join us?

Competitive salary based on experience

Professional development support

PTO plan on top of paid holidays

401K with company matching

Employer paid Health Insurance (100% of premiums for employee)

Available Vision, Dental, Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity insurance

Company paid short- and long-term disability

Parental Leave

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and organize pre-closing documents for real estate and finance transactions

Review title commitments, surveys, and exception documents; identify and help resolve title issues

Order and track third-party reports, including title searches, payoffs, estoppels, UCC searches, and municipal lien letters

Draft and revise standard pre-closing documents, affidavits, and closing checklists

Coordinate with lenders, borrowers, sellers, title companies, and opposing counsel to obtain required documentation

Monitor transaction timelines and ensure all pre-closing conditions are met prior to closing

Assist attorneys with due diligence review and follow-up

Maintain accurate and organized electronic and physical files

Communicate status updates to attorneys and clients as needed

Ensure compliance with firm procedures and applicable regulations

Qualifications

Associate’s degree or Paralegal Certificate required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Minimum of 2–5 years of experience as a real estate or finance paralegal, with a focus on pre-closing

Strong knowledge of real estate transactions, title review, and loan documentation

Excellent organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems

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