Paralegal - Real Estate Title and Survey (Hybrid)

Holland & Knight•Boston, MA

33d•$52 - $77•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a Firm where people truly believe in what they do and strive to achieve the highest standards of performance and success. This position is located in our Boston office. Summary Holland & Knight is seeking a career-oriented paralegal to join our Real Estate and Syndication Practice Groups in Boston. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working independently and as part of larger teams to review and analyze title, survey and zoning for complex commercial real estate transactions, identify issues, and work with the team, as well as title companies, surveyors, escrow agents, and zoning consultants to facilitate issue identification and resolution and to timely meet client needs in connect transaction closings. Experience identified below is preferred but for the right candidates, in place training is an option. The position is currently a hybrid role with specific days required to be in the office, which may change based on the future needs of the Firm or industry standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with strong academic credentials.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows-based software.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Good judgment and proactive problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented environment
Commitment to quality, accuracy, and responsiveness

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate or degree a plus.
Three years of relevant commercial real estate experience with a focus on title/survey matters for commercial properties.

Responsibilities

Review title, survey and zoning requirements of clients applicable to transactions
Coordinate with title companies regarding issuance of commitments, proformas, and final title policies.
Order, track, and review ALTA/NSPS land title surveys for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with title commitments.
Order, track, and review reports from zoning consultants.
Review and summarize title commitments and underlying documents; identify exceptions, liens, easements, and encumbrances for further review.
Analyze surveys for encroachments, access points, easements, and other site control matters.
Draft title objection summaries and assist attorneys in communicating curative requirements with transaction team and clients.
Coordinate with surveyors and title officers to confirm legal description correctness and resolve inconsistencies.
Abstract key terms from real estate documents, including easements, leases, declarations, and reciprocal easement agreements (REAs).
Organize, manage, and maintain due diligence materials and related document databases across firm and client platforms.
Communicate directly with clients, title companies, surveyors, and other third-party vendors regarding document delivery, corrections, and technical clarifications.

Benefits

comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners
life and AD&D insurance
short and long term disability insurance
tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSAs and HSAs
FSAs for dependent care
health advocacy services
behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members
401(k)
profit sharing
pre-tax transit and parking program
backup dependent care
senior care planning support
resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers
paid holidays and other paid time off, including paid leave for new parents.