Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Godot Consulting Group • McLean, VA

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a sharp, detailed-oriented commercial real estate paralegal who thrives on high-stakes, complex transactions? Our client is expanding their national footprint and looking for top-tier National Commercial Paralegal Talent to join their industry-leading CRE team in key major markets (NYC, Chicago, Miami, and D.C.). If you excel at comprehensive title review, commercial underwriting support, contract analysis, and orchestrating complex multi-state closings, this is your opportunity to elevate your career with a market-leading team.

Requirements

• 3+ years of commercial real estate or commercial title/escrow paralegal experience (Law firm, Title Agency, or National Underwriter background preferred).
• Deep, hands-on experience in title review, title policy endorsements, survey analysis, and drafting closing documentation.
• Exceptional project management, strong analytical organization, and high attention to detail in fast-paced transaction environments.
• Proficiency in industry-standard title and closing software (e.g., SoftPro, RamQuest, Resware, or Qualia).

Responsibilities

• Perform rigorous title review, examining commitments, title search packages, underlying title documents, encumbrances, restrictions, and legal descriptions to identify and resolve title defects.
• Assist in reviewing surveys (ALTA/NSPS), entity organization documents, municipal lien searches, and closing disclosures for complex multi-property and commercial real estate deals.
• Coordinate closing mechanics, draft escrow instructions, handle recording processes, and clear title exceptions directly with commercial underwriting counsel.
• Work closely with lenders, developers, commercial brokers, attorneys, and underwriters to ensure seamless, on-time closings.
• Perform entity verifications, UCC filings, judgment searches, and compliance checks across local, state, and national jurisdictions.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Top-of-market salary + discretionary performance bonus.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Premium Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) matching.
• Career Advancement: Direct exposure to high-profile national commercial deals with clear paths for professional growth.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Remote Work Arrangement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed