Transactions Real Estate Paralegal

Trenam Law; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trenam Law in Saint Petersburg, FL, seeks an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support complex real estate transactions. You will draft and review documents for attorney finalization, conduct record searches, manage e-filings and recordings, and perform UCC searches.

The ideal candidate works well independently and as part of a team, handles high‑volume workloads, and meets deadlines. Florida Registered Paralegal designation or certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as a real estate paralegal in commercial transactions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Professional demeanor interacting with clients and attorneys.
• Team-oriented with a proactive, service-driven mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability.
• Ability to learn and utilize both new and traditional software.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review documents for attorney finalization.
• Conduct record searches and manage e-filings and recordings.
• Perform UCC searches and order title searches.
• Review title commitments and surveys; maintain critical date schedules.
• Support leasing and affordable housing practices.

Skills

Real estate paralegal experience

Multiple priorities

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Professional demeanor with clients/att

Team-oriented/service-driven

Problem-solving/adaptability

Software familiarity

Education

Florida Registered Paralegal

Tools

e-filing platforms

Title/search software

Job description

Trenam Law is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to primarily work out of our St. Petersburg office. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills and experience supporting complex real estate transactions.

The paralegal will be responsible for drafting and reviewing documents for attorney finalization, conducting record searches, managing e‑filings and recordings, performing UCC searches, and ordering title searches. Additional responsibilities include reviewing title commitments and surveys, maintaining critical date schedules, and the purchase and sale of commercial properties. This role will also support the leasing and affordable housing practices.

The ideal candidate will have experience working both independently and collaboratively on sophisticated real estate matters. A strong background in managing high‑volume workloads and meeting deadlines is essential.

Qualifications And Attributes

• Proven experience as a real estate paralegal, preferably in commercial transactions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional demeanor with confidence interacting with clients and attorneys
• Team‑oriented with a proactive, service‑driven mindset
• Strong problem‑solving skills and adaptability
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize both new and traditional software

The firm appreciates candidates with demonstrated job stability and a commitment to delivering high‑quality work. Certification or Florida Registered Paralegal designation preferred.