Paralegal

We are looking for a detail-focused Commercial Title Processor to support sophisticated commercial real estate matters in Columbia, Maryland. This role is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, balances multiple priorities effectively, and brings strong judgment to title-related work. The position involves close coordination with attorneys and transaction stakeholders on high-value deals spanning multiple jurisdictions. This role is a hybrid position - must live in a commutable distance to Columbia, MD.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with commercial real estate transactions, including matters involving mixed-finance structures, nonprofit organizations, affordable housing initiatives, and tax credit developments.

• Analyze title searches, surveys, and zoning materials to support underwriting for acquisitions, refinances, leasehold interests, and construction-related transactions.

• Prepare title commitments, final policies, and endorsements in accordance with applicable jurisdictional requirements and underwriting guidelines.

• Investigate title exceptions and curative issues, then work with relevant parties to resolve obstacles that could delay or prevent closing.

• Organize and maintain complete transaction files while tracking open matters, issued policies, and related production or revenue data.

• Communicate regularly with attorneys, clients, lenders, and other stakeholders to provide updates and obtain information needed to move transactions forward.

• Contribute to compliance and quality-control efforts by supporting file reviews, monitoring receivables, and following legal and firm standards.

• Manage competing deadlines effectively and provide administrative support across multiple complex commercial title matters.

• Participate in overtime work when transaction volume or closing schedules require additional support.

Qualifications:

• Two to four years of experience handling commercial title underwriting or title processing within commercial real estate transactions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial title insurance practices, escrow procedures, underwriting standards, and real estate legal documentation.
• Ability to review title, survey, and zoning materials with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with title production or escrow platforms such as SoftPro Select or Rynoh.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills in a deadline-driven setting.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience supporting complex, multi-state commercial real estate transactions is preferred.
• Active Title Producer license in a relevant jurisdiction is preferred.

Compensation

$60,000.00-$100,000.00 Yearly

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