Position Title: Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Location: Onsite New York, NY

Position Type: Full-Time (Permanent)

Work Policy: Onsite

Start Timeline: ASAP

Compensation

Base Salary: $76,500 $179,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

About

A distinguished law firm with a longstanding reputation for excellence, offering services across more than 35 legal practice areas. The firm is known for its innovative solutions, creative legal strategies, and exceptional client service.

Why join

Work at a highly respected, multi-office firm with deep expertise in commercial real estate

Engage in complex and high-value real estate transactions

Collaborate with experienced attorneys in a fast-paced, professional environment

Gain exposure to diverse matters across acquisitions, sales, financings, and leasing

Role summary

This position requires a seasoned commercial real estate paralegal with broad experience in title and survey review, leasing, sales, acquisitions, and financings. The role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage responsibilities in a fast-moving legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and assess contracts, leases, and closing documents
• Review title documents, property descriptions, and purchase offers
• Research zoning laws, tax codes, environmental regulations, and industry issues
• Facilitate communication between attorneys, clients, landlords, and title agents
• Maintain well-organized and up-to-date client files
• Assist attorneys with contract negotiations and transaction closings
• Draft affidavits and prepare for depositions
• Monitor financial transactions, foreclosures, and eviction documentation
• Respond to client inquiries and escalate when necessary

Must-have qualifications

• 5+ years of current or recent experience as a commercial real estate paralegal in a major law firm
• Proven experience with title and survey review, purchases, sales, leasing, and real estate financings
• Bachelors degree and/or Paralegal Certificate
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong prioritization skills

Preferred qualifications

• Experience coordinating multi-property or multi-jurisdictional closings
• Familiarity with New York real estate procedures and document standards