A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
Senior Real Estate Paralegal Goodwin Recruiting - 4.0 Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Qualifications Closing coordination Property research for title search Finance Loan compliance Loan origination Lease document preparation ALTA surveys Legal experience Zoning research Zoning regulations Coordination (loan closing) Managing real estate transactions Collaborative technology platforms Microsoft Teams SharePoint Productivity software Collaboration with legal team Full Job Description Join an industry-leading commercial real estate owner, developer, and operator known for its large, diverse property portfolio and substantial investment in innovative mixed-use projects. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an established legal finance team, working directly with attorneys and business leaders on some of the most complex and high-value real estate transactions in the market. You'll be a vital contributor to a company that values stability, collaboration, and the professional growth of its people. Senior Real Estate Paralegal Requirements & Qualifications Minimum 3 years of direct legal or paralegal experience supporting sophisticated commercial real estate transactions Significant, hands-on experience reviewing title commitments, title policies, exceptions, encumbrances, and
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surveys Direct experience with commercial real estate zoning analysis and compliance Experience supporting secured commercial real estate finance transactions such as loan originations, modifications, payoffs, and property releases Knowledge of complex commercial real estate ownership structures, including joint ventures, ground leases, REAs, TICs, and condominiums Proven experience reviewing commercial leases, tenant estoppel certificates, and SNDAs Experience coordinating transactions with attorneys, lenders, lender counsel, title companies, surveyors, tenants, and internal business stakeholders Paralegal Certificate, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree required Strong Microsoft Office, Teams, and SharePoint skills Exceptional organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills Ability to independently manage multiple, complex transactions simultaneously Senior Real Estate Paralegal Preferred Background & Skills Experience supporting institutional commercial real estate, REITs, real estate developers/owners, or large commercial property portfolios Background in retail, mixed-use, or complex commercial property environments Familiarity with sophisticated joint venture and entity structures Senior Real Estate Paralegal Day-to-Day Responsibilities Support attorneys and business teams through secured commercial real estate debt transactions, including originations, refinancings, modifications, and payoffs Review, analyze, and resolve title and survey matters in coordination with title insurers, surveyors, attorneys, and transaction parties Coordinate transaction timelines, documentation, closing requirements, and signatures Review zoning reports, compliance issues, and coordinate resolutions with property management teams Prepare, manage, and track tenant estoppel certificates and related commercial lease documentation Maintain organized transaction files, reports, and pipeline information using SharePoint and related systems Support Know Your Customer (KYC), compliance, and lender reporting requirements Independently prioritize and manage multiple ongoing transactions and deadlines with a high level of accuracy Be part of a successful real estate organization committed to growth, collaboration, and investing in its people and projects. If you thrive in a transactional legal environment and have the specialized experience outlined above, we encourage you to apply. This position is based on-site in Indianapolis, IN.