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Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Greenberg Traurig, LLP253 open roles

Pay
$38 – $45 an hour
Where
Washington, D.C.
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  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
This job: posted 7 days ago

Greenberg Traurig, LLP median: 48 days open

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Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries, has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Commercial Real Estate Team as a Paralegal located in our Washington, D.C. office.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude, you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach, you will play a critical role in driving success, anticipating needs, and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrate initiatives, adaptability, and innovation, we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Washington, D.C. office. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations, as well as for team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building.

Position Summary:

The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will provide transactional and organizational support and practice specific assistance to attorneys in the Real Estate Department in all stages of real estate transactions from pre- to post-closing duties. Candidates are expected to demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple priorities and work in an organized, efficient manner at any given time. Supports the department with general administrative duties and special projects. Candidate should also be flexible to work overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assists in drafting, managing and organizing various documents related to commercial real estate transactions, including escrow instructions, title and survey review, entity formations and other organizational documents, UCC searches, local transfer requirements and due diligence
  • Utilizes, creates or establishes procedures to manage large, complex transactions; attends closings and manages closing room; coordinates workflow and manages and controls execution of closing documents; tracks, obtains and organizes pre- and post-closing documents to assure performance of obligations
  • Drafts closing documents including, but not limited to, basic agreements and third-party consents; compiles information and prepares schedules and exhibits to agreements
  • Assists with post-closing matters including, but not limited to, mailings, closing binders and transfers agreements
  • Manages the preparation and filing of various documents, including amendments and closing documents, as well as preparation of opinions for partner approval
  • Serves as a mentor to and provides leadership and training for mid and entry level paralegals and paralegal clerks
  • Maintains timely and accurate timekeeping records
  • Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Skills & Competencies

  • Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff
  • Ability to be a proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, reliability and ability to learn new technology quickly
  • Excellent client service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
  • Flexibility and able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands
  • Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Education & Prior Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree required, Certificate in Paralegal studies from an accredited institution preferred; equivalent experience considered
  • Certified Paralegal a plus
  • Minimum of 5 years of real estate paralegal experience within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within real estate practice area
  • Familiarity with multiple types of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, leasing, and related matters.

Technology

  • Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
  • Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly
  • Understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and responsible use in a professional environment.
  • Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, firm-approved AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar platforms) to support daily workflow and/or improve work quality.

Physical Requirements:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move from workstation or desk throughout the work area to work independently or with a team to meet with colleagues or supervisor and retrieve work assignments.
  • This position may also be sedentary and require the employee to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Requires manual dexterity to use a phone, enter data into a computer, handle objects, and use office equipment.
  • Some filing is required and this would entail the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.

The expected pay range for this position is: $38.2 - $44.65 per hour

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis. ​

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