Senior Real Estate Paralegal — Complex Transactions

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in New York, New York is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to support its Real Estate team through complex commercial transactions from due diligence through closing.

The role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong law firm experience and the ability to collaborate with attorneys, clients, title companies, lenders, and other transaction professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 8–10 years in related law firm experience as a Real Estate Paralegal.
• Strong understanding of real estate law, title procedures, and contract terms.
• Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and manage transaction documents (PAs, leases, estoppels, SNDAs, assignments, deeds, closing statements).
• Order and analyze title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, UCC/litigation/bankruptcy searches, and prepare objection letters/summaries.
• Manage critical dates, coordinate with title/survey companies, order reports, handle wire transfers, and ensure all closing conditions are met.
• Prepare closing documents, instruction letters, and oversee the final execution and funding of complex commercial deals.
• Assist attorneys with complex legal tasks, research, and ensuring compliance with real estate laws.
• Act as a key liaison between attorneys, clients, title agents, lenders, and other professionals.
• Follow the ethical requirements as set forth by the Firm’s professional liability insurer.
• Various other tasks as requested/needed.

Skills

Real estate law

Due diligence

Document management

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in New York, New York is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to support its Real Estate team through complex commercial transactions from due diligence through closing.

The role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with strong law firm experience and the ability to collaborate with attorneys, clients, title companies, lenders, and other transaction professionals in a fast-paced environment.