Description

Senior Real Estate Paralegal

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days remote) Can sit in Dallas or Houston

Join a highly respected, national law firm as a Senior Real Estate Paralegal, supporting a top-tier real estate practice working with premier clients on complex, high-value transactions. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned paralegal who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoys being deeply involved in sophisticated deal work.

What You'll Do

• Support attorneys through all phases of real estate transactions, including due diligence, document preparation, and closings
• Review and analyze title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and related diligence materials
• Prepare title objection letters, seller responses, and detailed diligence summaries
• Coordinate directly with title companies to resolve title issues and negotiate policy coverage
• Assist with mezzanine loan transactions, including UCC policies and endorsements
• Draft mortgage assignments, terminations, escrow instructions, and ancillary loan documentation
• Review lease documentation and prepare abstracts
• Order and summarize UCC, bankruptcy, litigation, and lien searches
• Manage closing logistics and support residential and commercial real estate closings from start to finish

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree required
• 10+ years of real estate paralegal experience within an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated law firm environment
• Strong experience with complex commercial real estate transactions and lending matters
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority matters and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 (depending on experience)
• Discretionary, performance-based year-end bonus
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and life insurance

Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office / 2 remote
• Annual billable requirement: 1,600 hours
• Overtime eligible as needed

If you're a senior-level real estate paralegal looking to join a dynamic, high-performing team with excellent compensation and work-life balance, this is a great opportunity to step into a visible, impactful role.

If you meet the requirements and have the experience, please apply or contact me at jamie.stone@lhh.com

Pay Details: $140,000.00 to $200,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Jamie Stone

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