Title Paralegal

Title Paralegal 1184 Springmaid Avenue, Fort Mill, SC 29708 Hybrid work $52,716.11

• $63,486.06 a year
• Contract $52,716.11
• $63,486.06 a year

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Contract Title Examination:

Examine and analyze abstracts of title, deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, and encumbrances Trace and verify chain of title to establish ownership history and confirm marketable title Identify gaps, breaks, or defects in the chain of title and determine appropriate curative measures Review legal descriptions for accuracy and consistency with surveys and plat maps

Title Clearing & Curative Work:

Prepare and obtain documentation required to cure title defects, including affidavits, releases, and corrective deeds Coordinate with lienholders, creditors, and taxing authorities to obtain lien releases and payoff statements Monitor and track outstanding title issues through resolution, maintaining detailed status logs

Title Commitment & Policy Support:

Prepare title commitments, preliminary title reports, and title binders in accordance with underwriter guidelines Coordinate satisfaction of title commitment requirements prior to closing Assist in the issuance of owner's and lender's title insurance policies post-closing

Administrative & Compliance:

Maintain organized and complete files for all transactions in physical and electronic systems Ensure compliance with state underwriting guidelines, ALTA standards, and company policies Respond to client, lender, and attorney inquiries in a professional and timely manner Assist with preparation of reports, correspondence, and legal documents as directed

Experience:

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in title examination, real estate law, or a related field Experience with residential and/or commercial real estate transactions preferred Prior experience with title software platforms (e.g., SoftPro or similar) strongly preferred Familiarity with title insurance underwriting guidelines (Fidelity, Investors, Old Republic, Preservation, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Strong understanding of real property law, chain of title concepts, and title insurance principles Ability to read and interpret deeds, legal descriptions, surveys, mortgages, and court documents Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with title production software preferred Knowledge of state-specific recording and conveyancing requirements

Working Conditions:

This position is negotiable for remote setting. We also have room for an in office setting if preferred.

Pay:

$52,716.11

• $63,486.

06 per year

Experience:

Title Examination:

2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Fort Mill, SC 29708