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Senior Real Estate Paralegal

JLC & Associates | Attorneys at Law, New York, New York, us, 10261

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About The Firm We are a well-established New York City law firm representing clients in complex residential and commercial real estate transactions throughout New York. Our practice is built on precision, responsiveness, and white-glove client service. We partner closely with buyers, sellers, developers, commercial tenants, and lenders to execute transactions efficiently and seamlessly. Our team operates with high standards, strong collaboration, and deep subject‑matter expertise. We are looking for a paralegal who shares that commitment.

Opportunity We are seeking an experienced

Senior Real Estate Paralegal

to take ownership of high-volume residential transactions while supporting sophisticated commercial matters, including tenant representation, financing transactions, and offering plan filings. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced closing environment, understands NYC real estate at a technical level, and can independently manage matters from contract through post‑closing. You will directly support three attorneys and serve as a critical driver of transaction execution.

What You Will Own Residential Transactions

Draft and manage contracts of sale, riders, and closing documentation

Conduct full due diligence: title review and clearance, lien resolution, coop/condo board package review

Prepare closing statements and manage escrow and disbursements

Draft and file deeds and coop share transfers

Coordinate and conduct closings

Oversee post‑closing compliance and quality control

Commercial Matters

Review commercial lease due diligence and prepare lease abstracts

Assist with borrower‑side commercial financing transactions

Draft and file new development offering plans

Support representation of commercial tenants, developers, and borrowers

Firm Operations & Workflow

Track critical deadlines across multiple active matters

Maintain organized digital files within Clio

Communicate regularly with clients, brokers, lenders, title companies, and management companies

Draft LLC formation documents and related filings

Ensure seamless coordination between attorneys and external stakeholders

What You Bring

Minimum 5 years of NYC real‑estate paralegal experience within a law firm

Deep familiarity with NYC coop, condo, townhouse, and HDFC transactions

Strong understanding of title processes, lender requirements, and management company procedures

Ability to independently manage multiple high‑volume matters without sacrificing quality

Exceptional organizational and communication skills

Comfort working on a Mac platform

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Clio, Outlook, Teams, and digital document management systems

NYS Notary License (required)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $85,000–$110,000, commensurate with experience

Performance‑based bonus opportunities

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) eligibility after 3‑month probationary period

HSA/FSA options

Paid time off and firm holidays

Collaborative, team‑oriented culture with firm events

Work Structure This is a

full‑time, in‑person position

in New York City. The selected candidate will support three attorneys and manage a substantial volume of closings, due diligence, offering plan review, loan documentation review, and post‑closing quality control.

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