Real Estate Paralegal

Washington, DC/Hybrid

$80,000 – $100,000

As a Real Estate Paralegal with this international law firm, you will be a key partner to attorneys on a variety of commercial real estate transactions. This firm is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and exceptional client service. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and is looking for opportunities for long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support attorneys throughout all stages of commercial real estate transactions, from due diligence and financing to closing.
• Coordinate closings, prepare checklists, and track key deadlines to ensure seamless execution.
• Assemble, review, and maintain closing binders, ensuring all documents are complete, accurate, and organized.
• Review and analyze legal documents, including corporate resolutions, title commitments, surveys, and loan agreements.
• Maintain spreadsheets, track client information, and collaborate closely with title companies, lenders, surveyors, and internal teams.
• Assist with other administrative and transaction-related tasks as needed to support attorneys and clients.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, generous PTO, and commuter benefits.
• A collegial, team-oriented office culture that values professional contributions.
• The firm loves to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and special employee events.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced. You have at least two or more years of prior law firm experience supporting real estate attorneys. Bachelor’s degree in hand.
• Real estate-savvy. You have direct experience with closing binders and understand overall transaction workflow.
• Adaptable. You can adjust your work style to fit the needs of your team.
• Detailed. You know how critical quality work is to a legal case.
• Client-focused. You delivers top-notch service while managing competing priorities.
• Deadline-driven. You have a deep appreciation for deadlines and exceeding expectations.

To apply, please send a resume to legal@hawthornelane.com. 

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.