Real Estate Paralegal

Akerman LLP; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akerman LLP is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal (5+ years) to support homebuilders and developers. The role emphasizes managing high-volume transactions from contract through closing and taking ownership of deals. Hybrid schedule with three days onsite.

Ideal candidates will have strong title and survey review skills, closings experience, and the ability to manage multiple transactions independently in a fast-paced environment. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years real estate paralegal experience in a law firm
• Hands-on closings experience for developers/homebuilders preferred
• Strong knowledge of title and survey review
• Experience managing multiple transactions independently
• Proficiency with MS Office and iManage or similar systems

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial land acquisition and disposition transactions
• Review title commitments, exceptions, surveys, and legal descriptions
• Prepare closing documents, binders, and trackers
• Coordinate closings, funding, and document execution
• Track deadlines and manage multiple active deals

Skills

Real estate paralegal experience

Title review

Survey review

Closings management

MS Office

iManage or similar system

Tools

MS Office

iManage

Job description

Jacksonville
50 North Laura Street, Suite 3100
Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States.

Akerman LLP is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal (5+ years) with strong title, survey, and closings experience supporting homebuilders and developers.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives managing high-volume transactions and taking ownership of deals from contract through closing.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial land acquisition and disposition transactions
• Review title commitments, exceptions, surveys, and legal descriptions
• Prepare closing documents, binders, and trackers
• Coordinate closings, funding, and document execution
• Track deadlines and manage multiple active deals

Qualifications

• 5+ years real estate paralegal experience (law firm required)
• Hands‑on closings experience for developers/homebuilders strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of title/survey review and contract administration
• Experience managing multiple transactions independently
• Proficient in MS Office and iManage or similar systems

Details

• Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite required)
• Fast‑paced, high‑volume transactional environment

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement. EOE

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