Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Senior Paralegal (Real Estate)

Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • 8-10 years of Real Estate Paralegal experience in a law firm
  • Strong understanding of real estate law and title procedures
  • Exceptional organization and multitasking skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills with diverse groups

Responsibilities

  • Draft and manage transaction documents such as leases and deeds
  • Order and analyze title commitments and zoning reports
  • Manage critical dates and ensure closing conditions are met
  • Prepare closing documents and oversee execution of deals
  • Assist attorneys with legal research and compliance tasks
  • Act as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and other professionals
  • Follow ethical requirements set by the firm's insurer

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative team atmosphere with experienced professionals
  • Hands-on involvement in complex commercial real estate transactions
  • In-office interaction with diverse stakeholders
  • Support from a well-established firm with a strong reputation in real estate law
Full Job Description
New York, New York

Job Description

Pillsbury is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to join its Real Estate team and play a key role in supporting complex commercial real estate transactions from due diligence through closing. This position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented paralegal with strong law firm experience, a solid understanding of real estate transactions, and the ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, title companies, lenders, and other transaction professionals in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. This position reports to the local HR Manager and requires in-office presence of at least three days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Draft, review, and manage transaction documents (PAs, leases, estoppels, SNDAs, assignments, deeds, closing statements).
  • Order and analyze title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, UCC/litigation/bankruptcy searches, and prepare objection letters/summaries.
  • Manage critical dates, coordinate with title/survey companies, order reports, handle wire transfers, and ensure all closing conditions are met.
  • Prepare closing documents, instruction letters, and oversee the final execution and funding of complex commercial deals.
  • Assist attorneys with complex legal tasks, research, and ensuring compliance with real estate laws.
  • Act as a key liaison between attorneys, clients, title agents, lenders, and other professionals.
  • Follow the ethical requirements as set forth by the Firm's professional liability insurer.
  • Various other tasks as requested/needed.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • A minimum of 8 - 10 years in related law firm experience as a Real Estate Paralegal required
  • Strong understanding of real estate law, title procedures, and contract terms.
  • Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Possess the interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, and clients and provide information with courtesy and tact in person, electronically, and by phone.


The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $180,000. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and geographic location.

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

About Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is a leading international law firm that provides a wide range of legal services to clients in various industries, including technology, energy, and financial services. The firm was founded in 1868 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP has offices in major cities across the United States, Europe, and Asia. The firm's mission is to provide innovative and practical legal solutions that help clients achieve their business objectives.
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