Senior Paralegal

The Reserves Network; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Reserves Network is seeking an experienced paralegal with a focus on commercial real estate to support a growing pipeline of mixed-use, commercial, multifamily and residential development projects.

You will coordinate closings, track key dates, prepare closing documents, and partner across legal, development, construction, finance and ownership to move deals forward. The role demands proactive, detail-oriented professionals who can handle multiple transactions in a fast-moving setting.

Qualifications

• Meaningful paralegal experience with commercial real estate, development or sophisticated real estate transactions.
• 5–10 years of paralegal experience, preferably within real estate.
• Understanding of language and moving pieces in real estate deals and closings.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple transactions and changing deadlines.
• Proactive and resourceful—seek answers and solutions before asking others.
• Ability to prepare polished, accurate documents for attorney review.
• Intellectual curiosity about the “why” behind the work.
• Professional presentation and comfort communicating with executives and partners.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate commercial real estate closings and keep transactions moving toward critical deadlines
• Track key dates across multiple projects, purchase agreements, amendments and development phases
• Prepare and organize closing documents, settlement statements, agreements and related legal documentation
• Research prior agreements and transactions to create strong first drafts for attorney review
• Work closely with legal, development, construction, finance, accounting and project management teams
• Identify potential issues and know when outside legal expertise may be needed
• Improve processes, organization and document workflows as the company grows
• Use technology and AI tools to improve speed and quality of document preparation

Skills

Commercial real estate

Paralegal experience

Document drafting

Multi-tasking

Professional communication

Job description

If you’re an experienced paralegal who thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to have a bigger impact than simply pushing paperwork, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. This company is a growing, entrepreneurial real estate development company with a significant pipeline of mixed-use, commercial, multifamily and residential development projects. With a small, highly collaborative team and a flat organizational structure, decisions happen quickly and everyone plays an important role in moving projects forward. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with commercial real estate experience who is proactive, polished and resourceful. You’ll work closely with the company’s legal leadership while interacting across development, construction, finance, accounting and ownership. If you’re ready to leave behind layers of corporate structure and want a role where you can solve problems, improve processes and become a key part of a growing real estate organization, this Paralegal opportunity is worth a conversation.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate commercial real estate closings and keep transactions moving toward critical deadlines
• Track key dates across multiple projects, purchase agreements, amendments and development phases
• Prepare and organize closing documents, settlement statements, agreements and related legal documentation
• Research prior agreements and transactions to create strong first drafts for attorney review
• Work closely with legal, development, construction, finance, accounting and project management teams
• Identify potential issues and know when outside legal expertise may be needed
• Improve processes, organization and document workflows as the company continues to grow
• Use technology and AI tools to improve the speed and quality of document preparation

What They’re Looking For:

• Have meaningful paralegal experience with commercial real estate, development or sophisticated real estate transactions
• 5-10 years of paralegal experience - preferable within the real estate space
• Understand the language and moving pieces involved in real estate deals and closings
• Are highly organized and comfortable managing multiple transactions and changing deadlines
• Are proactive and resourceful—you look for answers and solutions before simply asking someone else
• Can prepare polished, accurate documents and get work into a strong position for attorney review
• Are intellectually curious and want to understand the “why” behind the work
• Present professionally and are comfortable communicating with executives, internal teams and external business partners
• Enjoy a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where decisions happen quickly and priorities can change

The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.

The base salary range for this position is $90,000–$110,000, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future salary growth.