Real Estate Paralegal
About The Position
In this role, you will ensure that every refinance transaction moves smoothly from preparation to closing. You will review documentation, resolve title and tax issues, coordinate with legal and operational teams, and conduct closing ceremonies that provide borrowers with a professional and reassuring experience. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, detail-driven environments and enjoys working at the intersection of real estate, compliance, and customer service. You will play a critical role in delivering an exceptional borrower experience while ensuring every file meets legal, regulatory, and secondary market standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required
- Licensed Notary Public, or willingness to become licensed within the first 30 days
- Prior experience in real estate, mortgage lending, or another government-regulated industry preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical judgment
- Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills
- Ability to adapt quickly and perform effectively in time-sensitive situations
Responsibilities
- Review refinance files and complete comprehensive pre-closing package reviews to ensure compliance with legal and secondary mortgage market requirements.
- Verify documentation accuracy and completeness prior to scheduling closing.
- Review refinance files returned from external settlement agents and witness-only closings.
- Communicate with third parties to correct documentation and resolve discrepancies.
- Review title requirements and take proactive steps to ensure clear title prior to closing.
- Resolving borrower judgments, unreleased liens, securing private mortgage documentation, subordinating second liens, and facilitating mechanics' liens documentation.
- Confirm real estate tax information for refinance files.
- Prepare and validate tax certifications to support loan closing.
- Conduct refinance closing ceremonies with borrowers, guiding them through documents and answering questions to ensure clarity and confidence.
- Work closely with refinance attorneys and loan operations team members to keep closing timelines on track.
- Ensure all parties remain aligned so transactions close smoothly and on schedule.
Benefits
- base salary
- annual bonus
- medical
- dental
- life insurance benefits
- 401(k)
- profit sharing
- paid vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
