Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

We are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary / Paralegal to support an attorney focused on commercial real estate development, including the ownership, operation, and management of retail and office properties. This is an opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with substantial experience in real estate transactions and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, confidential legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to a commercial real estate attorney.
• Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents including leases, purchase/sale agreements, amendments, assignments, estoppels, and development-related contracts.
• Coordinate and manage real estate transactions from contract through closing, tracking deadlines and critical dates.
• Maintain and organize confidential legal files (physical and electronic).
• Interface professionally with tenants, brokers, lenders, title companies, attorneys, and internal staff.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate closings.
• Handle correspondence, calls, and emails with professionalism.
• Assist with property-related matters for existing commercial developments.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a legal secretary or assistant, with substantial exposure to commercial real estate.
• Demonstrated experience in purchases, sales, retail/office leasing, ground leases, and entitlement processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook; PowerPoint a plus).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor, sound judgment, and discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with in-house legal departments for real estate developers or property owners.
• Familiarity with commercial property management operations.
• Knowledge of document management systems and electronic filing.

How to Apply?
Please send your resume to k a r l a [email protected] under the subject of "Commercial Real Estate Paralegal" to schedule an interview!

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