Real Estate Closing Paralegal

About Us Established in 2020, Law at the Lake, is a small to medium-size law firm proudly serving counties across North Carolina. Our practice areas include residential and commercial real estate law, estate planning, and business formation. With deep roots in the region and longstanding partnerships with leading mortgage professionals, builders, and real estate companies, our firm has built a reputation for high-quality, client-focused legal services. We provide comprehensive real estate legal support tailored to the needs of individuals and businesses alike. Position Overview We are seeking a full-time, on-site Real Estate Paralegal to join our growing team in the downtown Kannapolis area. Candidate will work from our Kannapolis location with minimal rare travel to other locations. Initial training will take place at our Mooresville Office with permanent location being in Kannapolis. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting residential and commercial real estate transactions from contract to closing, with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail. You will play a key role in ensuring each transaction is executed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory standards. This position involves close collaboration with attorneys, clients, real estate agents, lenders, and other industry professionals. Experience in estate planning and/or business formation is advantageous, but not required. Key Responsibilities Prepare and manage real estate transactions (residential and commercial) from contract through post-closing. Draft and review closing documents, including settlement statements, deeds, and affidavits. Order, update, or review title searches, surveys, municipal lien letters, payoff statements, and insurance documents. Coordinate with lenders, agents, and clients to gather information, confirm details, and schedule closings. Ensure all transaction timelines and deadlines are met. Open, manage, and maintain Qualia files accurately and in real time. Record documents with Registers of Deeds and file post-closing packages. Provide exceptional client communication and support throughout the transaction process. Assist with additional firm matters, including estate planning and miscellaneous files, as needed. Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience in residential real estate law; commercial experience is a plus. Proficiency in Qualia (REQUIRED) – experience managing files independently within the platform. Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys and support staff. Willingness to work on-site. Preferred Qualifications Experience preparing commercial real estate closings (preferred but not required). Familiarity with title review and resolution of common encumbrance issues. Notary Public certification in North Carolina. If candidate does not have notary certification, it will be required upon hiring. Working knowledge of estate planning or business organization & creation is a bonus. Why Join Us? Growing firm environment with a tight-knit, collaborative team. Benefits to include paid time off, paid holidays off, 401K contribution and health insurance after 90 days. Exposure to diverse legal areas and high-value real estate transactions. Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with industry professionals. A growing firm with a strong regional reputation and professional development opportunities. If you’re an experienced, detail-driven real estate paralegal who thrives in a client-first, fast-paced environment—we’d love to hear from you. Law at the Lake Admin Team #J-18808-Ljbffr Thomas & Webber