Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Washington, D.C./Hybrid

$100,000 – $150,000

Calling all experienced Real Estate Paralegals! This large global law firm is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support attorneys in all aspects of complex real estate transactions. In this role you will be reviewing title and survey documents, identifying property issues, coordinating with title companies and vendors, preparing transaction-related documents, and assisting with due diligence and reporting. The firm is seeking candidates with prior legal real estate experience, exceptional attention to detail and ownership of work, and a strong commitment to service and integrity for the firm and their clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Review and analyze title commitments, surveys, and related real estate documents to identify exceptions, liens, easements, encumbrances, and site control issues.
Coordinate with title companies, surveyors, and vendors on title policies, surveys, document corrections, and technical issues, assist with resolving any document discrepancies.
Prepare title objection summaries, legal descriptions, and title/survey analysis materials to support attorneys and clients.
Summarize key terms from real estate documents, including easements, leases, declarations, and reciprocal easement agreements.
Order, track, and review ALTA/NSPS surveys for accuracy and consistency with title documents.
Manage due diligence materials, document databases, reports and related records.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

International law firm with over 300 attorneys in the Washington, D.C. office, specializing in several dozen practice areas.
Staff enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more.
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, providing remote flexibility one (1) day a week.

What We’re Looking For:

Real estate experience. You have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of specialized legal real estate experience. Candidates with prior experience with title and survey matters will stand out!
Microsoft and Windows wiz. You are an expert in all things Microsoft and Windows software and are technologically adept at learning new systems quickly.
Proactive, prioritize, problem-solver. You demonstrate excellent judgement and skill in your approach and ability to tackle tasks and deadlines simultaneously. Being able to independently resolve problems while maintaining discretion will be essential to success in this role.
High pressure, high response. You thrive in a high-pressure legal environment where communication and accuracy are key and are dedicated to producing quality work for the firm and their clients.

The salary listed reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, location, business considerations, and internal equity. Final offer amounts are determined at the employer’s discretion.

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.