Real Estate Paralegal

Real Estate Paralegal

Newark, NJ (Hybrid/ Onsite)

A well-established law firm in Newark is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong transactional experience handling sophisticated NJ/NY commercial real estate matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage commercial real estate transactions from contract through closing

• Review title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and environmental reports

• Prepare title/survey memoranda, title objection letters, and responses

• Draft and review transactional documents including purchase agreements, leases, loan documents, deeds, transfer tax forms, UCC filings, escrow letters, and closing documents

• Coordinate with attorneys, lenders, title companies, surveyors, and clients throughout the transaction process

• Maintain closing checklists, timelines, and critical dates

• Resolve title and survey issues and assist in obtaining final title policies and endorsements

• Handle multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism

Qualifications:

• 7–10 years of NJ/NY commercial real estate paralegal experience within a law firm environment

• Strong knowledge of title and survey review, title insurance policies, ALTA/CLTA endorsements, and NJ bulk sale applications

• Extensive understanding of commercial real estate transactions and financing processes

• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred

If you or someone in your network may be interested, please apply directly or message me confidentially for additional details.