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Senior Real Estate Paralegal Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid) Full-Time Hourly pay range: $50 –$70/ Hour DOE About the Role A law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Real Estate Paralegal to join its Los Angeles office. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on complex commercial real estate matters, playing a key part in transaction support, due diligence, and document management. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and can operate with a high degree of independence. What You'll Do • Support real estate transactions by conducting thorough due diligence • Order, review, and interpret title commitments, recorded documents, and property surveys • Build and maintain closing checklists, tracking progress through each stage of a transaction • Draft, coordinate, and manage the execution and delivery of transaction documents to counsel, lenders, government agencies, and vendors • Assist in preparing tax-related filings and applications, liaising with clients to gather necessary documentation • Draft petitions related to tax consolidations and property divisions • Review, summarize, and draft commercial leases and lease amendments • Organize and maintain data rooms and case files with a high level of accuracy What We're Looking For • 5+ years of paralegal experience specifically in real estate law • Strong command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook • Deep familiarity with commercial lease structures and terminology • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills • Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple matters simultaneously • Sound independent judgment and the ability to anticipate attorney and client needs • Comfort mentoring junior paralegals and case assistants • Working knowledge of how various practice groups intersect and depend on one another Education & Certification • High school diploma or GED required • Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred Core Expectations Employees are expected to demonstrate strong business acumen, build trust across teams, solve problems pragmatically, and adapt well to change. Reliability, responsiveness, and consistent delivery of high-quality work are essential, along with the ability to manage pressure and shifting priorities in a demanding environment. Work Environment This position offers a hybrid schedule combining in-office and remote work, structured in coordination with the hiring manager. Most work is performed in a seated, office-based setting with periodic in-person meetings. Benefits This is a non-exempt position eligible for overtime per applicable law. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) plan.

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Senior Real Estate Paralegal
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)
Support real estate transactions by conducting thorough due diligence
Order, review, and interpret title commitments, recorded documents, and property surveys
Build and maintain closing checklists, tracking progress through each stage of a transaction
Draft, coordinate, and manage the execution and delivery of transaction documents to counsel, lenders, government agencies, and vendors
Assist in preparing tax-related filings and applications, liaising with clients to gather necessary documentation
Draft petitions related to tax consolidations and property divisions
Review, summarize, and draft commercial leases and lease amendments
Organize and maintain data rooms and case files with a high level of accuracy
5+ years of paralegal experience specifically in real estate law
Strong command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Deep familiarity with commercial lease structures and terminology
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple matters simultaneously
Sound independent judgment and the ability to anticipate attorney and client needs
Comfort mentoring junior paralegals and case assistants
Working knowledge of how various practice groups intersect and depend on one another
Education & Certification
High school diploma or GED required
Core Expectations
Work Environment
This position offers a hybrid schedule combining in-office and remote work, structured in coordination with the hiring manager. Most work is performed in a seated, office-based setting with periodic in-person meetings.

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Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred

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401(K)