Real Estate Paralegal

Trueline; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join their team in Washington, DC. This role involves coordinating due diligence, preparing transaction documents, and closely collaborating with attorneys on complex real estate transactions. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience and a strong focus on detail and organization. They offer a competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on real estate experience.
• Proficiency with title and survey review.
• Ability to perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute due diligence for real estate transactions.
• Prepare and finalize closing documents.
• Assist clients and external parties with transaction details.

Skills

Real estate experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

PDF tools

Document management systems

Timekeeping software (e.g., Elite)

Job description

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Trueline’s client, a leading global law firm with a strong commitment to diversity and colleague growth, is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join their team in Chicago, New York, Phoenix, or Washington, DC. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with attorneys in the Hospitality & Leisure practice group on complex real estate transactions, with great support and development opportunities.

What You'll Do as the Real Estate Paralegal:

Coordinate and execute due diligence, reviewing title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and underlying documents

Prepare, review, and finalize conveyance and closing documents

Manage closings for acquisitions, dispositions, financings, debt, and equity transactions, including signature packages, recording, and closing binders

Draft and file UCC financing statements; conduct UCC, lien, and litigation searches

Support entity formation and maintenance, preparing officer certificates, resolutions, and organization documents based on precedents

Assist with routine legal research, preparing reports and filings as needed

Work directly with clients and external parties to coordinate transaction details

Must?Haves as the Real Estate Paralegal:

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or Paralegal Certificate with equivalent experience

Minimum 5 years hands-on real estate experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or title company

Proficiency with title and survey review; experience with large-scale transactions

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple projects

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client-facing interaction

Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Discretion and confidentiality with legal documents and sensitive matters

Strong technical aptitude: Microsoft Office, PDF tools, document management systems, and timekeeping software (e.g., Elite)

Nice-to-Haves as the Real Estate Paralegal:

Exposure to hospitality-related real estate transactions

Familiarity drafting incorporation documents, resolutions, and related certificates

Experience with Elite or similar legal time-tracking platforms

Our Client Offers:

Competitive salary range of $100,000–$130,000 (based on experience)

Paid time off, paid holidays, discretionary bonuses

Formal mentorship programs and ongoing professional development

Inclusive, collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives and employee growth

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal?opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

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