Senior Real Estate Paralegal

LHH; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision

Job summary

A global law firm in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in handling commercial real estate transactions. This role involves preparing complex documents, coordinating closings, and working closely with various stakeholders to ensure smooth execution from due diligence to closing. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and proficiency in relevant software, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. A Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of paralegal experience in commercial real estate transactions required.
• Must have strong proficiency in related software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through every stage of commercial real estate transactions.
• Prepare escrow instructions and a variety of loan documents.
• Oversee all aspects of closing coordination.

Skills

Commercial real estate transactions

Document management

Microsoft Word

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Education

Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Locations: Downtown Los Angeles, Century City, or Orange County

Job Type: Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote, Full-Time, Direct Hire

Compensation: $140,000 – $200,000 commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

LHH is working with a global law firm seeking a Senior Real Estate Paralegal for their Downtown Los Angeles, Century City, or Orange County office. The Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of commercial real estate financing and acquisition transactions, ensuring smooth execution from due diligence through closing. This position suits an experienced transactional paralegal who works well in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys coordinating with attorneys, clients, title companies, and third‑party service providers.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through every stage of commercial real estate financing and acquisition transactions.
• Prepare escrow instructions, conveyance documents, and a variety of ancillary loan documents, including materials related to loan payoffs and UCC filings.
• Oversee all aspects of closing coordination, such as maintaining checklists, organizing signatures, assembling closing binders, and managing post‑closing tasks.
• Request and analyze UCC, litigation, and bankruptcy searches, delivering well‑organized and concise summary reports.
• Review title documents, surveys, and zoning reports, and draft corresponding summaries or objection letters as needed.
• Liaise directly with title companies, surveyors, zoning consultants, lenders, and other external parties to ensure smooth transaction progress.
• Partner with attorneys and senior paralegals across various offices to maintain consistent and efficient workflow.
• Create and update lease abstracts as required.
• Maintain organized transaction files, compile due diligence materials, and provide support for special projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of paralegal experience in commercial real estate transactions
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA‑approved program preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and document management/closing software

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