Commercial Real Estate Paralegal Resume Samples

Description :

1. Drafted and reviewed commercial real estate contracts, agreements, and leases.
2. Coordinated with lenders, title companies, and other third parties to ensure smooth transaction closings.
3. Assisted in the preparation of loan documentation.
4. Conducted legal research and analysis and maintained accurate legal files and databases.
5. Attended meetings and communicated with clients as necessary.
6. Provided general support to attorneys and other team members as needed.
7. Experienced with a large law firm or the legal department of a large corporation.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

BBA

Description :

1. Ordered and reviewed UCC and tax lien search reports.
2. Reviewed purchase/sale contracts and prepared escrow closing instructions.
3. Reviewed Commercial Leases, estoppel certificates, and SNDAs.
4. Prepared HUD statements and maintained closing checklists and timelines.
5. Coordinated and organized documents for multi-state and multi-asset transactions.
6. Handled annual registered agent updates and corporate filings.
7. Experienced in corporate and commercial real estate transactions.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Fresher

Education

BBA

Description :

1. Conducted research on property titles, zoning regulations, and other relevant legal issues.
2. Prepared and filed various real estate-related documents, such as deeds, mortgages, and lease agreements.
3. Coordinated with clients, lenders, title companies, and other parties involved in real estate transactions.
4. Supported attorneys in drafting and reviewing general business contracts, corporate governance documents, and transactional agreements.
5. Maintained organized electronic and physical files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm procedures.
6. Assisted with corporate entity formations, mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
7. Handled administrative tasks, such as scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and preparing expense reports.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

B.A. R.E.L.

Description :

1. Assisted in the preparation of real estate documents, exhibits, and schedules and assisted with closing as needed.
2. Analyzed title documents, real property legal descriptions and surveys and prepared title and survey summaries.
3. Identified and recommended title endorsements and removal of or changes to title exceptions.
4. Coordinated with title companies regarding title insurance policy issues and satisfaction of closing conditions.
5. Addressed post-closing matters and oversaw preparation of closing binders.
6. Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite and with SoftPro.
7. Gathered, organized, summarized and index documents from various sources.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

B.A. R.E.L.

Description :

1. Documented preparation for closings, including builder lot closings.
2. Contracted management (spreadsheet tracking) for critical dates, lot selections, and closing conditions.
3. Prepared closing packages and accounting forms for all closings.
4. Performed closing day activities document circulation, closing, and post-closing deliverables.
5. Managed post-closing activities including policy issuance and closing binders.
6. Reviewed title commitments, endorsements, and policies.
7. Coordinated title/survey diligence, document execution, and closing logistics.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Senior

Education

B.A. R.E.L.

Description :

1. Assisted in the preparation and review of real estate conveyance and closing documents.
2. Performed due diligence, including title and survey review.
3. Coordinated closings for real estate transactions, including creating closing books and indices.
4. Prepared UCC financing statements and handled entity formation and related filings.
5. Experienced in a law firm setting, in-house, or title company.
6. Oversaw and coordinated all facets of commercial real estate closings.
7. Conducted thorough title examinations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Junior

Education

BBA

Description :

1. Calendared, communicated with clients, entered time, proofread, prepared legal documents for review, and handled other administrative tasks.
2. Collaborated with attorneys to draft and review legal documents pertaining to real estate transactions.
3. Effectively communicated with clients, lenders, and other stakeholders involved in the closing process.
4. Remained abreast of relevant laws and regulations impacting Commercial Real Estate transactions.
5. Proficient with Word, Excel, and with e-recording and e-filing documents with the Texas Secretary of State and various county and court clerks.
6. Worked to get leases, management agreements, guaranties, and any amendments executed (and shipped if physical copies are needed).
7. Updated internal trackers and critical dates.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Management

Education

RELAW

Description :

1. Reviewed definitive transaction agreements for acquisitions, sales, loans, leases organizational documents and resolutions, and other matters.
2. Prepared critical dates memo and closing checklist.
3. Arranged due diligence such as title, survey orders, and environmental reports.
4. Prepared title insurance commitments and pro forma title policies.
5. Drafted closing documents and settlement statements under attorney supervision.
6. Reviewed title findings and surveys to evaluate title and survey issues and coordinated curative steps.
7. Drafted legal descriptions and arranged UCC/litigation/lien searches.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Consultant

Education

B.A. R.E.L.

Description :

1. Reviewed and abstracted leases and maintained tenant files.
2. Prepared lease expiration reports and tracked all tenant options.
3. Coordinated with the AR Department the collection processes including phone calls, legal notices, and evictions.
4. Responded to tenant inquires regarding leases, and ensured timely responses to such inquiries.
5. Interpreted clear descriptions of key lease clauses, critical dates, expense-related issues, tenant/landlord rights, and security deposits.
6. Assisted in special projects regarding system maintenance, related to the disposition and acquisition of properties, and performed other duties as assigned.
7. Finalized closing documents for execution and coordinated escrow closings.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Consultant

Education

B.A. R.E.L.

Description :

1. Reviewed surveys, title commitments, and exception documents.
2. Prepared ancillary real estate transaction documents such as escrow instructions, deeds, easements, owner’s affidavits, closing certificates, and entitlements.
3. Provided general assistance in real estate, lending, construction, and leasing transactions.
4. Ensured accuracy and consistency in legal documents through proofreading.
5. Analyzed and summarized documents, zoning ordinances, and statutes for review by attorneys.
6. Worked closely with attorneys to resolve a variety of day-to-day issues, and supported a broad range of commercial transactions and projects.
7. Worked with property managers and property accountants to ensure leasing activity was recorded accurately and promptly to support internal and external reporting requirements.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

BBA