Real Estate Paralegal

Purpose of Role:

We are seeking a Real Estate Paralegal with 5 years of experience to support a team of attorneys focused exclusively on residential real estate in Greenwich. This role includes managing files, reviewing contracts and closing documents, coordinating with clients, lenders, and title companies, and helping ensure timely and accurate closings. In-person collaboration is preferred to work closely with our team and provide hands-on support.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage residential real estate files, including maintaining detailed closing checklists and timelines.
• Draft, review, and organize contracts of sale, riders, closing statements, and related documents.
• Coordinate all aspects of the closing process, including scheduling, preparing closing packages, and ensuring delivery of final documents.
• Order and review title searches, lien payoffs, tax certificates, surveys, and homeowners’ association documents; identify and assist in resolving title issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients, lenders, realtors, title companies, and opposing counsel to ensure smooth transaction flow.
• Assist with escrow-style closings, including preparing settlement statements, balancing funds, and managing wire transfers.
• Compile and distribute post-closing binders and ensure proper filing and recording of documents.
• Handle administrative tasks related to deal management, such as scanning, organizing files, preparing FedEx/UPS packages, and maintaining checklists.
• Maintain accurate time records and case notes in accordance with firm policies.
• On occasion, attend closings locally to provide direct paralegal support.

Qualifications:

• Paralegal certificate, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5 years of experience in residential real estate; Connecticut transaction experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong knowledge of residential real estate closings, including contract review, title and survey review, payoff coordination, and pre-/post-closing procedures.
• Experience collaborating with attorneys, clients, lenders, realtors, title companies, and other parties involved in residential transactions.
• Notary Public preferred or must be able to obtain one quickly.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple closings simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to work extended hours when needed to meet closing deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits:

This position offers a salary range of $70,000 - $95,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. Support staff may also be eligible for discretionary year-end bonuses and a merit-based increase. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and access to additional voluntary programs. The posted salary range reflects the base pay range for this position.