Commercial Real Estate Paralegal: Closings & Due Diligence

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal for a boutique law firm in Charlotte, NC. This role will support attorneys with commercial real estate transactions, due diligence, title review, entity formation, closing coordination, and post-closing administration.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing practice serving developers, investors, entrepreneurs, and private clients.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent law firm paralegal experience.
• Experience supporting commercial real estate transactions and closings.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing matters.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate contracts, closing documents, title documents, and other transaction-related materials.
• Conduct title review, due diligence investigations, legal research, and corporate research.
• Coordinate closings and communicate with clients, lenders, title companies, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Manage post-closing activities, including recording, file maintenance, title policy review, and preparation of closing binders.
• Assist with business entity formations, annual filings, corporate governance matters, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain organized and accurate client and transaction files.
• Provide ongoing support to attorneys and the firm's commercial real estate practice.

Skills

Paralegal certificate

Experience in real estate transactions

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Paralegal Studies degree

North Carolina Certified Paralegal (NCCP)

North Carolina Notary Public

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal tech platforms

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal for a boutique law firm in Charlotte, NC. This role will support attorneys with commercial real estate transactions, due diligence, title review, entity formation, closing coordination, and post-closing administration.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a growing practice serving developers, investors, entrepreneurs, and private clients.