Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Primary ResponsibilitiesIdentify, analyze and resolve title and survey issues for properties nationwide by reviewing title commitments, title proformas and underlying title documents.Draft title objection letters and closing documents.Lease review and abstracting of all types of commercial leases, including industrial, office, retail and subleases and ground leases.Prepare, review, and analyze subordination, non-disturbance agreements and estoppel certificates.Draft deeds, assignments, affidavits, easement agreements and supplemental closing documents.Handle all aspects of condominium and cooperative purchases, sales and transfers, including review of contracts and transfer requirements and working with managing agentsPerform due diligence in respect of condominium and cooperative transfers.Prepare transfer tax returns.Manage and organize transactions involving multiple properties, and manage large deal files.Manage commercial loan process from inception to close, including preparation of mortgages, CEMAs, notes and assignments of leases and rents.Compare legal descriptions and complete due diligence review.Create and circulate closing checklists for purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements and lender requirements.Draft corporate documents including incumbency certificates, Member consents, LLC Certificates -Assist attorneys draft contracts, leases and amendments.Manage closing teams and organize large deal closing binders.Skills and AbilitiesStrong business acumen including excellent written and verbal communication skills, people management skills, strong project management and problem-solving skills.Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands.Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.Ability to work independently and take initiative.Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality and provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients/contacts.Demonstrated proficiency using NYC ACRIS, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), database and presentation software.Requirements:BA or BS degree preferred.Associate's degree or paralegal certificate with ten (10) or more years of comparable work experience required.Ability to multitask using analytical and problem-solving skills within a fast-paced environment with competing demands.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status.We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.