Real Estate Finance Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Paralegal – Real Estate Finance

Location : Midtown Manhattan, New York City

Work Schedule : In-Person Office Hours : 8 : 30 AM – 5 : 00 PM

Salary Range : $100,000 – $150,000 annually

Bonus : Discretionary

Billing Target : 125 billable hours / month (1,500 annually)

PTO / Vacation : 9 fixed holidays + 1 floating holiday; 20 PTO days annually

Position Overview : A nationally recognized law firm with a strong presence in real estate, financial services, and transactional practices is seeking a highly experienced Paralegal to support its Real Estate Finance team in New York City. This is a hands-on, in-office role supporting attorneys on complex commercial loan closings, development projects, and acquisition transactions. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with attorneys on sophisticated transactions and contribute meaningfully to a busy and growing real estate finance practice.

Key Responsibilities :

Assist attorneys throughout all phases of real estate finance transactions Conduct due diligence reviews, including title, survey, UCC, and zoning materials Draft and manage closing checklists, closing binders, and post-closing documentation Review and summarize commercial loan documents, leases, and related agreements Coordinate directly with clients, lenders, and title companies to facilitate smooth closings Organize and manage critical transaction documents, ensuring accuracy and version control Handle post-closing tasks such as document recording, distribution, and file maintenance Provide legal research and general paralegal support as needed Work Environment :

This position is fully in-office, located in a growing Midtown Manhattan office Team-oriented, collaborative environment with a focus on excellence and service Ideal for a proactive and detail oriented paralegal who is eager to contribute to a dynamic, high-level practice

If you're an experienced paralegal looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this challenging and rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications :

5+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm, with a strong focus on commercial real estate finance Deep understanding of loan documentation, title / survey review, and closing processes Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management platforms Strong organizational and time-management skills with high attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative legal team in a high-volume environment

Preferred : Bachelor's degree Paralegal certificate or associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) designation