Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
The Goodkind Group, LLC, New York, NY, United States
We are seeking a highly motivated Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join our busy and growing practice. This role provides hands‑on experience working alongside attorneys on complex commercial real estate transactions, financings, acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and manage real estate documents, including closing checklists, organizational documents, resolutions, UCC filings, title and survey review summaries, and closing binders.
Conduct due diligence, including reviewing leases, loan documents, corporate documents, and zoning reports.
Coordinate with title companies, surveyors, lenders, borrowers, and opposing counsel to ensure smooth transaction processes.
Manage closing logistics, including tracking deliverables, coordinating signature pages, and organizing electronic closing rooms.
Assist attorneys in preparing and organizing transaction documents for closings.
Maintain and update case files, databases, and document management systems.
Support attorneys with post‑closing follow‑up, including preparing closing binders and filing documents with government agencies.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required.
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a real estate paralegal in a law firm or in‑house setting, preferably in commercial real estate transactions.
Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of real estate transaction documents, UCC filings, and title/survey review.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface professionally with clients, attorneys, and third parties.
Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management platforms.
Soft Skills: Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines; a proactive problem‑solver who can work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills
Experience with multi‑property or multi‑lender transactions.
Knowledge of NYS real estate law and commercial lending practices.
Experience with e‑signature platforms and hybrid workflows.
Pay range and compensation package Salary Range: $80,000 – $140,000 annually (Good faith estimate based on experience and market rates).
Perks: Competitive salary, health benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA), and 401(k) with matching.
Flexibility: Hybrid work environment to support work‑life balance.
Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and workplace culture.
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Responsibilities
Draft, review, and manage real estate documents, including closing checklists, organizational documents, resolutions, UCC filings, title and survey review summaries, and closing binders.
Conduct due diligence, including reviewing leases, loan documents, corporate documents, and zoning reports.
Coordinate with title companies, surveyors, lenders, borrowers, and opposing counsel to ensure smooth transaction processes.
Manage closing logistics, including tracking deliverables, coordinating signature pages, and organizing electronic closing rooms.
Assist attorneys in preparing and organizing transaction documents for closings.
Maintain and update case files, databases, and document management systems.
Support attorneys with post‑closing follow‑up, including preparing closing binders and filing documents with government agencies.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required.
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a real estate paralegal in a law firm or in‑house setting, preferably in commercial real estate transactions.
Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of real estate transaction documents, UCC filings, and title/survey review.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interface professionally with clients, attorneys, and third parties.
Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management platforms.
Soft Skills: Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines; a proactive problem‑solver who can work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills
Experience with multi‑property or multi‑lender transactions.
Knowledge of NYS real estate law and commercial lending practices.
Experience with e‑signature platforms and hybrid workflows.
Pay range and compensation package Salary Range: $80,000 – $140,000 annually (Good faith estimate based on experience and market rates).
Perks: Competitive salary, health benefits, flexible spending accounts (FSA), and 401(k) with matching.
Flexibility: Hybrid work environment to support work‑life balance.
Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and workplace culture.
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