Real Estate Paralegal

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

Job summary

Akerman LLP seeks a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal with 5+ years of experience to support homebuilders and developers. The role demands strong title, survey, and closings skills in a fast-paced environment.

This hybrid position requires three days on-site and offers opportunities to manage high-volume transactions from contract through closing, with ownership of deals and close collaboration with partners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of real estate paralegal experience at a law firm.
• Hands-on closings experience for developers/homebuilders preferred.
• Strong knowledge of title and survey review.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions independently.
• Proficiency in MS Office and document management 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

Title review

Closings

Multi-transaction management

MS Office

Tools

iManage or similar systems

Job description

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

EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer
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