Paralegal- Commercial Real Estate

Paralegal Real Estate Practice (Miami Office)

A full-service law firm serving clients locally, nationally, and internationally is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join their Miami office.

Position Overview

Keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines are critical for success.

• Transactional Support:
• Prepare and review commercial and residential real estate purchase and sale closing documents.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing loan documents, including UCC Financing Statements.
• Coordinate closings, maintain closing checklists, prepare/distribute signature page packages, review settlement statements, and liaise with all transaction parties.
• Title & Survey Review:
• Order and review title and survey documents, including exceptions.
• Draft title and survey objection letters and memoranda.
• Prepare escrow closing letters.
• Due Diligence:
• Collect and review zoning compliance letters, UCC/judgment searches, entity authority documents, good standing certificates, and estoppel letters.
• Order and abstract UCC/judgment/lien search results.
• Obtain zoning reports and conduct related analyses.
• Document Preparation:
• Draft consents, resolutions, and other basic corporate documents.
• Conduct lease reviews and prepare lease abstracts.
• Closing & Post-Closing:
• Handle or coordinate the filing/recording of documents.
• Prepare comprehensive closing binders and handle post-closing matters.

• Bachelors Degree and 5+ years of related paralegal experience in a law firm, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong title and survey review skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and the ability to verify the completeness of forms and documents.
• Creativity and a solutions-oriented mindset to drive best practices.
• Commitment to superior communication and customer service, exercising courtesy and diplomacy.