Senior Real Estate Paralegal

David Marshall Datz, P.C.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

David Marshall Datz, P.C. is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in managing residential and commercial real estate transactions from intake through closing.

The role involves preparing and reviewing legal documents, coordinating with buyers, sellers, lenders, brokers, and title companies, and keeping closings organized and on track. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with due diligence, title issues, and commercial transactions, plus strong organizational and

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience conducting due diligence for residential and commercial matters.
• Knowledge of title insurance practices and title-related issues.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate transactions and organizing documents.
• Prior experience as a real estate paralegal or in a law firm/title/closing environment.
• Strong organizational skills and clear communication with clients and internal team.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in managing residential and commercial real estate transactions from intake through closing.
• Prepare and review legal documents; coordinate with buyers, sellers, lenders, brokers, and title companies.
• Draft and review Purchase and Sale Agreements and other transactional documents; maintain accurate files and checklists.

Skills

Conveyancing & Closing

Title Work

Lender & Client Relations

Document Prep

Organizational Skills

Education

Paralegal education

Tools

Qualia

Job description

David Marshall Datz, P.C. - Provincetown or Boston, MA (In-Office) - $80,000-$105,000

Ready to build a career, not just take a job? David Marshall Datz, P.C. is looking for a sharp, detail-driven Real Estate Paralegal to join a growing Massachusetts law firm that genuinely invests in its people - and is looking for someone to grow alongside it for the long run.

About Us

David Marshall Datz, P.C. sits at the center of some of the biggest moments in our clients' lives - buying a first home, closing a major commercial deal, or planning a legacy for the next generation. We represent home buyers and sellers, property owners, developers, investors, lenders, and agents across a wide range of real estate matters, including title searches, closings, and secured lending. Our team brings deep experience in residential and commercial real estate, business representation, and lending, serving lenders and developers across the region.

We also deliver comprehensive estate planning services, from basic to complex plans, always centered on the client. As a member of WealthCounsel, we put leading technology and best practices behind our work, so our team can focus on doing great work for clients rather than fighting outdated tools.

Every practice area at our firm is growing - which means real, tangible opportunity for the right person to grow with us.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Meaningful work - you'll be trusted with real responsibility on real transactions from day one, not stuck shuffling paper.
• A firm that meets you where you are - we don't expect any candidate to check every box. We're agile, we'll shape this role around the right person, and we back that up by investing seriously in our team's growth.
• A long-term home, not a revolving door - our hiring process is deliberate on purpose: we're not filling a seat, we're looking for someone who'll be part of our story for years to come.

What You'll Do

You'll support attorneys in managing residential and commercial real estate transactions from intake through closing - preparing and reviewing legal documents, coordinating with buyers, sellers, lenders, brokers, and title companies, and keeping every closing organized and on track.

Your day-to-day will include performing due diligence, assisting with title searches and title insurance matters, tracking key dates and contingencies, and maintaining accurate files and checklists. You'll draft and review Purchase and Sale Agreements and other transactional documents, help resolve issues that pop up during closing, and make sure everything stays compliant with firm procedures and applicable law. You may also help maintain case management systems, communicate directly with clients and third parties, and lend a hand organizing estate planning documents.

What We're Looking For

• Conveyancing & Closing: Coordinate the closing process from open to finish. Prepare HUD-1/Closing Disclosures (CD), deeds, and closing packages; proficiency in Qualia is a plus.
• Title Work: Order, review, and clear title examinations; resolve issues regarding liens, easements, or local municipal tracking.
• Lender & Client Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for home buyers, sellers, real estate brokers, and mortgage loan officers.
• Document Prep: Draft purchase and sale agreements, riders, and loan documentation.

• Mandatory 5+ years experience conducting due diligence for residential and commercial matters, including reviewing property records, closing packages, and transaction-related documents.
• Knowledge of title insurance practices and title-related issues, including coordinating with title companies and resolving title defects.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate transactions, including drafting and organizing documents for commercial purchases, sales, and financing.
• Prior experience as a real estate paralegal or in a similar role at a law firm or title/closing environment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to juggle multiple files and deadlines without missing a beat.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication for working with clients, lenders, brokers, and your internal team.
• Comfort with standard office software and case or document management systems - and enthusiasm for learning new tools.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

• This is an in-office position with the opportunity to earn a flexible hybrid/remote schedule as you become established in the role and demonstrate strong performance and independence.

Salary: $80,000-$105,000, Commensurate with experience.

• Paid time off