Real Estate Finance Paralegal

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and maintain commercial loan documentation and lending forms
• Prepare initial drafts of loan documents and coordinate updates as transaction terms evolve
• Conduct litigation, bankruptcy, UCC, and related due diligence searches in support of real estate finance transactions
• Prepare, file, and manage UCC financing statements and related documentation
• Cook up commercial loan and real estate closings, including preparing closing documents and organizing executed originals
• Ensure all closing documents are complete, fully executed, and delivered to lenders following closing
• Organize and maintain due diligence files and transaction records
• Work closely with attorneys, lenders, title companies, and other transaction participants to keep deals moving efficiently
• Aid with additional transactional and administrative projects as needed

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Paralegal supporting commercial real estate, finance, banking, lending, or other transactional practice areas
• Experience reviewing and working with title reports, surveys, and closing documentation
• Strong knowledge of commercial lending transactions and closing processes
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Word and document formatting using Styles
• Experience preparing and filing UCC financing statements
• Advanced proficiency with PDF editing software and document management systems
• Exceptional organizational, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize competing responsibilities, and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work product
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime during busy transactional periods

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000 – $145,000
• DOE (Bonus earning potential)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retail savings plan: 401K and profit sharing plans
• 3 weeks PTO, paid sick leave and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully remote work arrangements will be considered