Real Estate Paralegal

Gainor Staffing; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal with Title & Survey expertise to support its litigation practice in Newark, NJ. This dynamic role offers involvement in high-profile cases, requiring 7+ years of experience, fluency in title analysis, and a strong detail-oriented mindset. The firm values professional development and offers a hybrid work environment with a competitive salary range of $85,000 – 115,000 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of law firm experience supporting NJ and NY transactions.
• Deeply fluent in title and survey analysis across New Jersey and New York.
• Comfortable navigating NJ bulk sale requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive the progression of commercial real estate matters.
• Analyze title commitments, surveys, and environmental documentation.
• Prepare, assemble, and review transaction documents.

Skills

Title & Survey expertise

Commercial real estate transactions

Detail-oriented

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate

Job description

Overview

A leading law firm is looking for a Real Estate Paralegal with Title & Survey expertise to support a dynamic litigation practice that spans commercial disputes, regulatory matters, white-collar defense, and personal injury. The firm’s culture is rooted in mutual respect, professional development, and a shared commitment to client success. This role offers a front-row seat to high-profile litigation and a chance to grow within a respected legal organization.

Who You Are

• A commercial real estate paralegal with 7+ years of law firm experience supporting NJ and NY transactions
• Must have bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate
• Deeply fluent in title and survey analysis across New Jersey and New York, including title insurance policies and endorsements such as ALTA and CLTA
• Comfortable navigating NJ bulk sale requirements as part of complex transactions
• Exceptionally detail-oriented with a track record of catching issues before they escalate
• A clear and professional communicator who can translate technical information for attorneys and clients

What You’ll Do

• Drive the progression of commercial real estate matters from initial agreement through post-closing deliverables
• Analyze title commitments, surveys, zoning materials, and environmental documentation to identify and address risks
• Develop written analyses and correspondence related to title, survey, and objection resolution
• Prepare, assemble, and review transaction documents tied to acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing
• Interface with title insurers, survey professionals, lenders, and other external parties to clear conditions and secure final policies and endorsements
• Produce and review conveyance and loan-related instruments such as deeds, affidavits, UCC filings, and escrow documentation
• Orchestrate closing logistics in coordination with legal teams, clients, and settlement agents

What Success Looks Like

• Transactions move efficiently with deadlines anticipated and met rather than chased
• Title and survey issues are identified early and resolved cleanly before closing
• Attorneys and clients receive accurate, well-organized work product they can rely on
• Multiple deals progress simultaneously without loss of quality or attention
• Sensitive information is handled with discretion, care, and professionalism at all times

Salary Range: $85,000 – 115,000 annually, based on experience

Location: Newark, NJ – Hybrid

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.