Real Estate Paralegal

Job Title: Real Estate Paralegal

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid to Senior (5 years)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join our team in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in North Carolina real estate law, with at least five (5) years of experience as a paralegal and five (5) years of experience specifically in NC real estate transactions. This position plays a critical role in supporting attorneys with all aspects of residential and/or commercial real estate closings, title work, and transaction management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and organize documentation for residential and commercial real estate closings.
• Perform and review title searches, prepare title commitments, and identify title defects or encumbrances.
• Coordinate with lenders, real estate agents, clients, and attorneys to ensure smooth and timely closings.
• Draft and review legal documents, including deeds, affidavits, settlement statements, and closing disclosures.
• Manage pre-closing, closing, and post-closing processes, ensuring compliance with North Carolina real estate laws and firm procedures.
• Maintain organized digital and physical files and assist with disbursement and recording of documents.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, county offices, and other parties involved in transactions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a paralegal.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in North Carolina real estate law and transactions.
• Thorough understanding of North Carolina real estate practices, title examination procedures, and closing processes.
• Proficiency with SoftPro, TitleExpress, or similar real estate software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• North Carolina Paralegal Certification (preferred but not required).