Real Estate Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

A privately held real estate investment firm headquartered in Saint Paul is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join its close-knit team. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with senior leadership in a hybrid role supporting complex commercial real estate transactions across the country.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for managing all aspects of the commercial real estate closing process, including acquisitions, dispositions, and lease review. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Vice President of Asset Management and serve as the sole paralegal in the organization, playing a critical role in the legal and transactional operations of the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, lease amendments, letters of intent, and closing documents.
• Coordinate due diligence efforts with internal teams and third-party vendors (title companies, surveyors, environmental consultants, etc.).
• Review and summarize legal documents, leases, and due diligence materials.
• Facilitate 1031 exchanges and manage closing logistics.
• Maintain organized electronic files and support post-closing integration with Asset Management and Accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree or minimum 5 years of experience in commercial real estate transactions (acquisitions, dispositions, leases, easements).
• Paralegal certificate preferred.
• Strong understanding of title, survey, and lease review processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple transactions simultaneously.

Benefits