Senior Paralegal – Real Estate

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

. Support complex commercial real estate transactions from due diligence through closing .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeNew York City • California • United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex commercial real estate transactions, including drafting and reviewing legal documents, conducting due diligence, and ensuring compliance with real estate laws. Possesses strong organizational and communication skills to effectively liaise with attorneys, clients, and transaction professionals.

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Real Estate Law ExpertiseTransaction Document ManagementDue Diligence CoordinationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Drafting Transaction DocumentsReviewing LeasesAnalyzing Title CommitmentsPreparing Closing DocumentsManaging Critical DatesConducting UCC SearchesPreparing Objection LettersHandling Wire TransfersUnderstanding Title ProceduresContract Terms Knowledge

Soft Skills

Exceptional Organizational SkillsMultitasking AbilityTime-Management SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCourtesy and Tact in Communication

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateDue DiligenceClosing ConditionsTitle AgentsLegal ComplianceProfessional Liability InsuranceReal Estate TransactionsZoning ReportsEstoppelsSNDAs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support complex commercial real estate transactions from due diligence through closing
Draft, review, and manage transaction documents, including PAs, leases, estoppels, SNDAs, assignments, deeds, and closing statements
Order and analyze title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, UCC/litigation/bankruptcy searches, and prepare objection letters/summaries
Manage critical dates and coordinate with title and survey companies
Order reports, handle wire transfers, and ensure all closing conditions are met
Prepare closing documents and instruction letters
Oversee final execution and funding of complex commercial deals
Assist attorneys with complex legal tasks, research, and compliance with real estate laws
Liaise between attorneys, clients, title agents, lenders, and other transaction professionals
Follow ethical requirements set forth by the Firm’s professional liability insurer
Perform other tasks as requested or needed
Report to the local HR Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 8 - 10 years in related law firm experience as a Real Estate Paralegal required
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
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, and clients and provide information with courtesy and tact in person, electronically, and by phone
Bachelor's Degree preferred