Commercial Real Estate Paralegal – Hybrid $85,000 - $125,000 annually + Comprehensive Benefits Northern New Jersey
About the Opportunity for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Haley Stuart Group is conducting a search on behalf of a highly respected law firm in Northern New Jersey seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join a sophisticated practice supporting complex acquisitions, dispositions, financing transactions, and commercial closings. The ideal Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will bring extensive experience managing transactions from contract through closing and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
- Hybrid work arrangement.
- Sophisticated and varied commercial real estate transactions.
- Stable, collegial law firm environment.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to work closely with attorneys, lenders, title companies, and clients.
- Long-term career growth with a highly respected organization.
Compensation & Benefits for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 401(k) Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
- Commuter Benefits
- Wellness Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
The Ideal Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Commercial Real Estate Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can independently manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
The successful Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will possess strong technical knowledge of title, survey, financing, and closing procedures involving New Jersey and New York commercial transactions.
Responsibilities of the Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
- Manage and coordinate commercial real estate transactions from contract through closing.
- Review title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and environmental reports.
- Prepare title and survey memoranda and draft title objection correspondence.
- Prepare and review purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan documents, and closing checklists.
- Coordinate directly with attorneys, lenders, title companies, surveyors, and clients throughout transactions.
- Draft deeds, affidavits, transfer tax forms, UCC-1 financing statements, collateral descriptions, and escrow documents.
- Resolve title objections and assist in obtaining final title policies and endorsements.
- Track critical dates and ensure timely completion of all transaction milestones.
- Handle multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining exceptional accuracy and professionalism.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and provide superior client service.
Requirements for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
- 7+ years of commercial real estate paralegal experience within a law firm.
- Strong knowledge of New Jersey and New York commercial real estate transactions.
- Experience reviewing title commitments, surveys, title insurance policies, and endorsements.
- Familiarity with ALTA endorsements and commercial loan transactions.
- Knowledge of New Jersey bulk sale applications is strongly preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workload.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
Build Your Career as a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
This opportunity is ideal for a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal seeking sophisticated work, excellent benefits, and a hybrid schedule with a highly regarded law firm.
Pay
$95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Work Location
Hybrid remote in Roseland, NJ 07068