Real Estate Paralegal

Our client, a successful regional law firm, is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support their fast-paced legal team in Boston, Massachusetts. This position focuses on commercial real estate matters for lender clients and offers the opportunity to contribute throughout the transaction and closing process. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple files while maintaining accuracy in time-sensitive legal work.Location: Boston, MASchedule: 5 days in office (on site) with possibility for 1 day remote after onboardingSalary: $85,000 - $120,000 (depending on experience) + great benefitsResponsibilities:Prepare and review commercial real estate transaction documents, including deeds, loan documentation, and closing-related materials.Coordinate and schedule real estate closings, ensuring all transaction requirements are satisfied in a timely manner.Monitor transaction timelines and maintain calendars to ensure critical deadlines are met.Obtain municipal lien certificates (MLCs), plot plans, zoning information, and corporate records from applicable government agencies and the Secretary of State.Order and review due diligence materials, including title reports, lien searches, and other third-party investigations.Communicate with tax collector and assessor offices to obtain parcel information, tax status details, and related records.Research title matters through title company databases and public land records, including retrieving title policies and recorded documents.Conduct construction title updates and title rundown searches.Prepare and file Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) financing statements and related filings.Resolve title defects and curative matters, including obtaining missing discharges, assignments, releases, and other corrective documentation from lenders and relevant parties.Prepare, review, and reconcile closing statements and settlement documentation.Assemble and maintain comprehensive closing binders and transaction files for commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions.Support post-closing activities, including monitoring document recordings, preparing title policies and endorsements, and administering final closing packages.