Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Position Overview

Ultimate Staffing Services is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join a reputable law firm in Raleigh, North Carolina. This full-time, in-office position offers the opportunity to work directly with a team of seasoned commercial real estate attorneys and contribute to complex legal projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in commercial real estate transactions and title searching, along with a passion for delivering exceptional legal support.

Responsibilities

Commercial Real Estate

• Conduct title examinations and searches, reviewing and analyzing title records, easements, restrictions, and encumbrances.
• Prepare title summaries, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Assist attorneys with acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development transactions.
• Review surveys, title commitments, and related due diligence materials.
• Prepare and organize closing documents and transaction files.
• Coordinate with lenders, title companies, surveyors, clients, and outside parties to facilitate transactions.

Construction Matters

• Assist attorneys in preparing and organizing construction-related legal matters.
• Review and manage contracts, lien documentation, and project-related records.
• Maintain case files and support attorneys through various stages of legal proceedings.

Bankruptcy Litigation Support

• Assist with bankruptcy and creditors' rights matters.
• Prepare and file court documents and pleadings.
• Track deadlines and maintain litigation calendars.
• Organize discovery materials and case-related documentation.

General Paralegal Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence, legal documents, and transactional materials.
• Manage electronic and physical files.
• Perform legal research as needed.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and third parties.
• Support attorneys in meeting deadlines and client objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years of paralegal experience required, preferably on the defense side.
• Prior experience in commercial real estate transactions and title searching is required.
• Experience supporting construction law matters preferred.
• Exposure to bankruptcy litigation and creditors' rights matters preferred.
• Strong understanding of title examination and commercial real estate processes.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant paralegal experience.
• Advanced experience handling complex commercial real estate transactions.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent legal education.

Benefits

• Work directly with an established team of six commercial real estate attorneys and experienced legal staff.
• Be a key member of a highly respected North Carolina law firm known for its commercial real estate and litigation practices.
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with strong attorney and staff support.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial real estate, construction, and bankruptcy matters.
• Stable, full-time, in-office position in Raleigh, NC.

Additional Details

Location: Raleigh, NC

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (In Office)

Experience Required: 3-4+ years of commercial real estate paralegal experience, including title searching.

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.