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Paralegal -Real Estate & Affordable Housing

Ultimate Staffing, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a

Real Estate Paralegal

to support complex, high‑impact real estate and affordable housing transactions in its Washington, DC office. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail‑driven, proactive paralegal who thrives in a fast‑paced transaction environment and wants to grow in the affordable housing and real estate finance space.

What You'll Do

Manage checklists, timelines, and document flow for complex real estate transactions

Coordinate HUD and regulatory submissions

Support mixed‑finance, affordable housing, nonprofit, and LIHTC matters

Handle due diligence: lien/judgment searches, vendor coordination, and document reviews

Assist with entity formations and maintenance

Prepare, proofread, organize, and manage closing documents

Review title commitments/surveys and work with title companies through recordation

Lead closing logistics: signature packages, execution coordination, attendance, and post‑closing binders

Monitor deadlines and keep attorneys, clients, and deal teams informed

Provide support and workflow direction to legal assistants

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree

1-2+ years of paralegal experience

(transactional experience preferred)

Experience with large document submissions or complex legal processes

Familiarity with affordable housing, real estate, or LIHTC is a plus

Strong organizational, analytical, and proofreading skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to manage competing deadlines with precision

Skills That Make You Successful

Impeccable attention to detail

Strong time and project management

Clear, professional communication

Collaborative team mindset

Client‑focused, proactive problem solver

Compensation & Benefits

$90,000-$100,000

base salary (DOE)

Overtime paid at time‑and‑a‑half

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability

401(k) with employer contribution

FSA options & EAP

Paid parental leave + generous PTO

Pre‑tax transit benefits

Hybrid schedule:

3 days in office / 2 days remote

How to Apply Submit your resume, cover letter, transcript, and a 2‑5 page writing sample.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

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