Real Estate Paralegal

Vellum Law; Arizona; A distancia; USD 41.328 - 55.104; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible remote work structure

AI-assisted workflows

Growth path to full-time with benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Vellum Law is seeking a Senior Real Estate Paralegal to support corporate clients with drafting and reviewing purchase orders and brokerage agreements, and to assist with commercial closings using closing software.

This role starts part-time (10-20 hours/week) with a path to 30-40+ hours as volume grows; compensation is hourly and commensurate with experience, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree; paralegal certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a real estate paralegal, ideally supporting both commercial and residential transactions.
• Must reside in Florida.

Responsabilidades

• Draft purchase orders, contract riders, and vendor agreements.
• Prepare initial drafts of brokerage, license, and other property-related contracts for attorney review.
• Maintain organized contract versions, redlines, and summaries for internal and client reference.
• Assist with the full life cycle of commercial and residential real estate transactions, including drafting and reviewing closing documents, coordinating title and closing processes, and preparing settlement statements.
• Communicate directly with realtors, lenders, and clients to ensure smooth and timely closings.
• Conduct final document reviews, ensure accuracy of closing packages, and manage post-closing tasks.
• Conduct legal research and prepare concise memoranda regarding real estate and related legal issues.
• Research and analyze commercial and residential real estate matters, contract interpretation issues, title questions, and transactional risks.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Client-service mindset

Remote work capability

Educación

Bachelor's degree; paralegal certificate preferred

Herramientas

Microsoft 365

Adobe PDF tools

Case/Contract management software

Qualia closing software

Descripción del empleo

Does “accurate” matter more to you than “fast”? Can the people who rely on your work count on that, every time? We're seeking a Senior Real Estate Paralegal whose primary focus will be supporting corporate clients — drafting and reviewing purchase orders and brokerage agreements with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. The role also involves assisting with commercial closings, including work in closing software. HOURS & COMPENSATION Estimated hours: approximately 10-20 hours per week to start, with a clear path to full-time (30-40+ hours per week) as transaction volume grows. Compensation: competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience and demonstrated capability.

WHAT WE OFFER

Flexible remote work structure A firm that invests in modern technology, AI-assisted workflows, and smart operations A defined growth path — this role starts part-time with a plan to convert to full-time, benefits-eligible employment as the firm's transaction volume increases

WHAT YOU'LL DO

You will support transactional matters by handling substantive legal work, drafting, and matter management responsibilities, including:

Corporate Client & Contract Support

• Draft purchase orders, contract riders, and vendor agreements.
• Prepare initial drafts of brokerage, license, and other property-related contracts for attorney review.
• Maintain organized contract versions, redlines, and summaries for internal and client reference.

Commercial & Residential Closings

• Assist with the full life cycle of commercial and residential real estate transactions, including drafting and reviewing closing documents, coordinating title and closing processes, and preparing settlement statements.
• Communicate directly with realtors, lenders, and clients to ensure smooth and timely closings.
• Conduct final document reviews, ensure accuracy of closing packages, and manage post-closing tasks.

Legal Research & Analysis

• Conduct legal research and prepare concise, practical memoranda regarding real estate and related legal issues.
• Research and analyze commercial and residential real estate matters, contract interpretation issues, title questions, and transactional risks.

WHO YOU ARE

The statements below describe the Senior Real Estate Paralegal we're looking for: You bring meticulous attention to detail in drafting and reviewing agreements and closing materials. You have strong organizational and time management skills and can track multiple transactions, deadlines, and counterpart communications simultaneously. You communicate clearly and professionally, in writing and verbally. You are knowledgeable about real estate transaction processes, including title/survey review and commercial closing procedures. You're proficient with Microsoft 365, Adobe/PDF tools, and case or contract management software, and can work efficiently in a remote setting. You have a collaborative, client-service mindset — responsive, reliable, and accountable for your deliverables. You solve problems practically and use sound judgment, asking clarifying questions early and proposing constructive solutions. You bring a professional demeanor and build rapport easily with clients, counterparties, and team members. You have experience with Qualia closing software.

This role is not a fit if you:

• Need significant hand-holding or step-by-step direction to manage a closing file
• Struggle to juggle multiple transactions and deadlines at once
• Are uncomfortable communicating directly with clients, lenders, and realtors
• Prefer a rigid 9-to-5 structure over flexible, deadline-driven work
• Are uncomfortable with technology or process-driven workflows

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree; paralegal certificate preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a real estate paralegal, ideally supporting both commercial and residential transactions.

Must reside in Florida.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Extended periods at a computer; periodic travel for closings as needed.
• Availability during critical closing windows.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for client interactions.
• Ability to communicate effectively over the phone and via video conferencing.
• Compensation: $30 - $40 hourly