Paralegal

Senior Commercial Real Estate ParalegalLocation: MarylandJob Type: Full-TimeIndustry: Law FirmOverviewA well-established law firm in Maryland is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in a sophisticated real estate practice. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional with strong experience handling complex commercial real estate transactions, from due diligence through closing.The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of commercial real estate matters, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced law firm environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist attorneys with all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development mattersPrepare, review, and revise legal documents such as purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan documents, closing checklists, and closing bindersCoordinate and manage due diligence review, including title and survey analysis, zoning materials, entity documents, and other transaction-related recordsOrder and review title commitments, title exception documents, UCC, judgment, and lien searchesPrepare title and survey summaries and assist in resolving title and survey issuesCoordinate closings, including preparing signature pages, compiling execution documents, and managing post-closing deliverablesMaintain transaction files, calendars, and critical deadlinesCommunicate effectively with attorneys, clients, lenders, title companies, surveyors, and opposing counselSupport entity formation and corporate governance documentation related to real estate holdings and transactionsQualifications5+ years of paralegal experience in commercial real estate, preferably within a law firm settingStrong experience supporting complex commercial real estate transactions from inception through closingKnowledge of title, survey, leasing, and financing documentationFamiliarity with due diligence processes and closing proceduresExcellent drafting, proofreading, and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize competing deadlines and work independentlyProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systemsParalegal certificate preferred; bachelor’s degree is a plusPreferred ExperienceExperience with large-scale acquisitions, sales, and financing transactionsKnowledge of Maryland real estate practices and recording requirementsExperience working directly with lenders, developers, and commercial property owners