Real Estate Paralegal

Morrison Foerster; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Parental leave and family benefits

Education reimbursement

Annual community service day

Competitive profit-sharing

Job summary

Morrison- is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal for their team in New York. This role supports all aspects of real estate transactions, including due diligence and document management. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and analytical skills, and prior experience in commercial real estate is preferred.

The salary for this position ranges from $105,000 to $145,000, depending on experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, parental leave, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; four years of commercial real estate experience in a law firm preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare real estate and loan closing documents.
• Conduct due diligence, including title and survey review.
• Prepare closing checklists and coordinate real estate transaction closings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Word proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

At MoFo, we couldn’t write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story?

Join MoFo as a REAL ESTATE PARALEGAL on our Transactions/Real Estate team!

This role can be based in Los Angeles or New York https://www.mofo.com/offices

About the Role

The paralegal provides organizational and substantive support to attorneys and paralegals within the practice group, as well as to other practice areas as needed. This role supports the Real Estate practice group in all aspects of real estate transactions, including due diligence, financings, acquisitions, subline matters, syndications, and dispositions. The paralegal is expected to be an analytical, independent, and detail‑oriented professional with strong organizational skills. In performing these duties, the paralegal exercises discretion and independent judgment in managing and completing assigned projects, while consistently ensuring a high level of client service and satisfaction in all aspects of the position.

Paralegal Responsibilities

• Review and prepare real estate and loan closing documents, including deeds, easements, and related transactional materials.
• Conduct due diligence, including title and survey review; order and analyze third‑party, zoning, UCC, bankruptcy, title, and entity reports.
• Prepare closing checklists and documents and coordinate real estate transaction closings.
• Organize closing documents and binders.
• Conduct entity searches and prepare, file, and maintain formation and governance documents.
• Manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and adapt procedures to meet business needs.
• Apply analytical, problem‑solving, and technology skills to complete work efficiently and accurately.
• Perform document review and factual and procedural research aligned with client objectives.
• Maintain client files and oversee work of other paralegals, as needed.
• Comply with billing and administrative requirements, including daily time entry and weekly timesheet submission.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; four years of commercial real estate experience in a law firm preferred. Notary Public license a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, follow complex instructions accurately, and meet deadlines under pressure with shifting priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accountability, with the ability to work independently and proactively resolve issues with minimal supervision.
• Effective collaborator with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to research, synthesize, and clearly communicate complex information; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Flexibility to work overtime and travel as business needs require.

About MoFo

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Inclusion + Engagement: https://www.mofo.com/community/we-at-mofo
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

About Our Benefits

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry‑leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit‑sharing contribution.

Salary

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

New York salary range: $105k to $145k

Los Angeles salary range: $100k to $140k

Contact

For questions regarding this position, please e‑mail [e-mail]