Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate

Taylor Root; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root is seeking an experienced paralegal in the Orlando area to support commercial real estate transactions. The role covers due diligence through closing, including document preparation, title review, and coordinating with lenders and title companies.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of paralegal experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. Hybrid/onsite work possible in the Winter Park/Greater Orlando region.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience focusing on commercial real estate.
• Experience with title and survey matters preferred.
• Supports real estate transactions from due diligence through closing.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise real estate documents (purchase agreements, leases, contracts).
• Prepare and manage closing documents for commercial deals.
• Conduct title and survey review, identify issues, prepare responses.
• Coordinate with title companies, lenders, and third parties to resolve issues.
• Support all phases of real estate transactions including due diligence and financing.
• Track deadlines, manage multiple transactions, and maintain deal checklists.
• Assist with entity formation and corporate documentation, maintain records.

Skills

Commercial real estate

Title and survey matters

Due diligence through closing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ownership and accountability

Collaboration with attorneys/thirds

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000 Base Salary (Depending on experience)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of paralegal experience, with a strong emphasis on commercial real estate transactions
• Substantial experience with title and survey matters is strongly preferred
• Experience supporting real estate transactions from due diligence through closing
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines simultaneously
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proactive, self-directed work style with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, business teams, lenders, title companies, surveyors, and other third parties
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Ability to work onsite in the Winter Park / Greater Orlando area, with the potential for a hybrid schedule once established

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise real estate documents, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, contracts, easements, and related transactional documents
• Prepare, organize, and manage closing documents for commercial real estate transactions
• Conduct detailed title and survey review, identify potential issues, and prepare title objections and responses
• Coordinate with title companies, surveyors, lenders, local government agencies, and other external parties to resolve transactional issues
• Support all phases of real estate transactions, including due diligence, financing, development, and closing
• Manage multiple active transactions simultaneously by maintaining deal checklists and tracking critical dates, deliverables, and deadlines
• Assist with entity formation, organizational structuring, and preparation of related corporate documentation
• Maintain corporate records, including resolutions, annual reports, and governance documents
• Assist with corporate filings and other governance requirements
• Support the legal team with issues related to property development and management
• Conduct and summarize legal and transactional research
• Maintain accurate internal records and coordinate documentation with outside vendors and business partners