Real Estate Paralegal

Pay: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity $95,000–$100,000 salary range Clear path to flexibility: hybrid schedule after 90 days (strong onboarding first, then added flexibility) High-impact seat: youll run real estate closings end-to-end and be central to keeping deals moving Interesting, varied work: residential + commercial, title issues, surveys, estoppels, lender coordination, and due diligence Modern workflow: paperless office, organized processes, and professional standards that support doing great work Strong firm platform: multi-practice environment with deep resources and a reputation for excellence Location : West Palm Beach, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL— Full-time, in-office for the first 90 days, then hybrid after 90 days. Note : Must have 5+ years of real estate paralegal experience in a mid-size or large law firm, including the ability to manage a moderate volume of closings (25–30) and resolve common title/closing issues confidently. About Us Were a multi-practice commercial law firm with a long-standing reputation for client-first service and deep experience across core practice areas, including Real Estate, Condo/Co-Op & HOA, Business Litigation, Construction Law & Litigation, Corporate, and more. We operate in a paperless, team-oriented environment and look for professionals who take pride in delivering excellent work and service. Confidential Employer. Job Description Manage 25–30 residential and/or commercial closings from contract through closing Order and track title, lien searches, surveys, estoppel letters, and zoning (as applicable) Calculate, calendar, and monitor critical dates; proactively request extensions when needed Prepare preliminary Closing Disclosures/closing statements and coordinate with buyer lenders Communicate by phone/email with buyers, sellers, agents, and lenders to keep all parties updated Identify and resolve title, lien, estoppel, and survey issues so closings stay on schedule Coordinate closing logistics: cash to close, seller proceeds, funding, disbursements, and lender approvals Balance closing statements and incorporate lender funding requirements (net/gross) Support document preparation and review for closings, including deeds, affidavits, resolutions, loan documents, and closing packages Handle due diligence tasks: defined terms, deadlines, title commitments, zoning reports, surveys, environmental reports, and lease abstracts Understand e-recording process and recording order; issue title policies in a timely manner Use closing software (SoftPro preferred, not required) and maintain accurate status reporting across all files Qualifications 5+ years of real estate paralegal experience in a mid-size or large law firm Proven ability to manage a volume of purchase/sale and loan files simultaneously Strong knowledge of Florida real estate customs, county practices, and transactional workflows Comfortable with title insurance, surveys, commitments, exceptions, and clearing conditions Skilled with Microsoft Outlook and calendaring; experience with SoftPro or similar closing software Highly organized, proactive, and client-service oriented with strong written and verbal communication Why You Will Love Working Here Professional, team-oriented environment where quality work is valued Paperless operations and modern systems that make it easier to stay organized Real responsibility and autonomy—your work directly impacts deal outcomes Strong firm platform with resources and expertise across multiple practice areas A role designed for someone who wants to own files, solve problems, and be a key player JPC-697 Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance