Paralegal

Full-time, permanent position based onsite in Hauppauge, NY. Annual salary range: $55,000–$60,000.

About the role

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Residential Real Estate Paralegal with a strong emphasis on deed preparation, deed drafting, recording documents, and title-related matters. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of residential real estate paralegal experience and hands-on experience preparing and recording deeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented paralegal who understands the residential real estate process and is comfortable managing multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft deeds and other real estate documents.
• Review title reports and identify title issues requiring resolution.
• Prepare transfer documents, supporting affidavits, and other documentation required for real estate transactions.
• Coordinate the execution, recording, and filing of deeds and other real estate documents.
• Handle deed recording and related documentation in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Review and assist with title-related matters throughout the transaction.
• Maintain complete and organized transaction files.
• Track deadlines and ensure all required documents and filings are completed timely.
• Assist attorneys with residential real estate transactions from contract through closing.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, title companies, municipalities, and other parties involved in transactions.
• Assist with transfer tax filings and other closing-related requirements.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable recording requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–3 years of residential real estate paralegal experience.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and recording deeds.
• Strong understanding of residential real estate transactions and title matters.
• Familiarity with court and municipal recording requirements.
• Familiarity with transfer tax filings and related real estate documentation.
• Paralegal certificate required.
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, title professionals, and other parties.
• Proficiency with standard office and legal technology.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary: $55,000–$60,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time, onsite position in Hauppauge, NY.
• Medical insurance: the firm pays 80% of the individual employee premium; employees cover a greater portion for spouse, child, or family coverage.
• Dental insurance through Guardian.
• Voluntary long-term disability and AFLAC coverage available at employee expense.
• 401(k) through ADP available beginning on the first day of employment; plan is employee-managed with no current employer contributions.

Ideal candidate

A residential real estate paralegal with strong hands-on experience drafting and recording deeds and working through title-related issues. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of multiple transactions while ensuring documents, recordings, and deadlines are handled accurately and efficiently.