Real Estate Paralegal

About the job Real Estate Paralegal


Pay: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• $95,000-$100,000 salary range
• Clear path to flexibility: hybrid schedule after 90 days (strong onboarding first, then added flexibility)
• High-impact seat: youll run real estate closings end-to-end and be central to keeping deals moving
• Interesting, varied work: residential + commercial, title issues, surveys, estoppels, lender coordination, and due diligence
• Modern workflow: paperless office, organized processes, and professional standards that support doing great work
• Strong firm platform: multi-practice environment with deep resources and a reputation for excellence

Location : West Palm Beach, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL- Full-time, in-office for the first 90 days, then hybrid after 90 days.

Note : Must have 5+ years of real estate paralegal experience in a mid-size or large law firm, including the ability to manage a moderate volume of closings (25-30) and resolve common title/closing issues confidently.

About Us
Were a multi-practice commercial law firm with a long-standing reputation for client-first service and deep experience across core practice areas, including Real Estate, Condo/Co-Op & HOA, Business Litigation, Construction Law & Litigation, Corporate, and more. We operate in a paperless, team-oriented environment and look for professionals who take pride in delivering excellent work and service. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage 25-30 residential and/or commercial closings from contract through closing

Order and track title, lien searches, surveys, estoppel letters, and zoning (as applicable)

• Calculate, calendar, and monitor critical dates; proactively request extensions when needed
• Prepare preliminary Closing Disclosures/closing statements and coordinate with buyer lenders
• Communicate by phone/email with buyers, sellers, agents, and lenders to keep all parties updated
• Identify and resolve title, lien, estoppel, and survey issues so closings stay on schedule
• Coordinate closing logistics: cash to close, seller proceeds, funding, disbursements, and lender approvals
• Balance closing statements and incorporate lender funding requirements (net/gross)

Support document preparation and review for closings, including deeds, affidavits, resolutions, loan documents, and closing packages

• Handle due diligence tasks: defined terms, deadlines, title commitments, zoning reports, surveys, environmental reports, and lease abstracts
• Understand e-recording process and recording order; issue title policies in a timely manner
• Use closing software (SoftPro preferred, not required) and maintain accurate status reporting across all files

Qualifications

• 5+ years of real estate paralegal experience in a mid-size or large law firm
• Proven ability to manage a volume of purchase/sale and loan files simultaneously

Strong knowledge of Florida real estate customs, county practices, and transactional workflows

• Comfortable with title insurance, surveys, commitments, exceptions, and clearing conditions
• Skilled with Microsoft Outlook and calendaring; experience with SoftPro or similar closing software
• Highly organized, proactive, and client-service oriented with strong written and verbal communication

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Professional, team-oriented environment where quality work is valued
• Paperless operations and modern systems that make it easier to stay organized

Real responsibility and autonomy-your work directly impacts deal outcomes

• Strong firm platform with resources and expertise across multiple practice areas
• A role designed for someone who wants to own files, solve problems, and be a key player

JPC-697

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance