What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Paralegal position at Rosenberg Law Group PLLC?
Experienced Real Estate Paralegal
Rosenberg Law Group, PLLC – Brooklyn & Lawrence, NY
About Us
Rosenberg Law Group, PLLC is a boutique New York law firm focused on real estate transactions and related matters. We represent buyers, sellers, and financial institutions in residential & commercial transactions throughout New York State.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal with a strong background in New York real estate transactions.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing files from contract through closing and post-closing in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The candidate must be capable of handling closing issues on the fly and working independently while coordinating with attorneys, lenders, brokers, title companies, and clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage files from contract through closing and post-closing
- Assist with drafting and reviewing contracts of sale and riders
- Review and clear title reports, surveys, and title exceptions
- Request and follow up on title revisions, updates, endorsements, and policy language requirements
- Prepare, review, and organize closing packages
- Review lender packages and ensure all documents are complete and accurate
- Balance Closing Disclosures (CDs) and handle revisions/adjustments as needed
- Coordinate and process fundings, including preparing and arranging wires and checks
- Schedule and coordinate closings with clients, lenders, brokers, and title companies
- Scan, distribute, and track closing packages and related documents
- Send out and track Homeowner’s Insurance (HOI) checks
- Address and resolve post-closing issues
- Follow up on outstanding documents, title requirements, and closing checklists
- Coordinate couriering of documents when necessary
- Assist with resolving closing issues and last-minute changes in real time
- Notarize affidavits and closing documents as needed
- Maintain organized files and manage a high-volume transactional caseload
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
- 2–5 years of NY real estate transactional experience (required)
- Strong knowledge of residential real estate closings (commercial experience a plus)
- Experience working with buyers, sellers, and/or lenders
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented and client-focused
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal/real estate software systems
Preferred Experience (Plus Factors)
- Experience using Close-It Plus
- Familiarity with lender-side closings and CD balancing
- Experience handling high-volume transactional files
- Notary Public license preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Long-term growth within a collaborative boutique firm
Why Join Us?
At Rosenberg Law Group, PLLC, you’ll work directly with experienced attorneys in a collaborative, hands-on environment where your work plays a critical role in successful real estate transactions.
We offer:
- A supportive and team-oriented culture
- Meaningful responsibility and client interaction
- Diverse and engaging transactional work
- Opportunities for long-term professional growth
If you’re an experienced real estate paralegal looking to join a growing boutique firm where your expertise is valued, we’d love to hear from you.
Salary : $50,000 - $80,000