Paralegal – Real Estate Practice Group

Preti Flaherty

Paralegal assisting in real estate transactions at Preti Flaherty, supporting attorneys throughout the process. Preparing documents, managing due diligence, and collaborating with diverse clients.

Posted 4/12/2026full-timePortland • Maine • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with real estate transactions, including the preparation and management of due diligence files and reports, deal agendas, and draft legal documents based on criteria in Lender Commitment Letters
File and record documents with the appropriate Registries of Deeds and track recording information
Draft title policies , reports, endorsements, and other title-related documents
Assist with completing title searches and obtaining supporting documents as needed
Prepare and maintain closing checklists, deal timelines, and closing binders; coordinate signatures, notaries, and delivery of executed documents
Draft and revise routine real estate documents from templates and attorney direction (e.g., deeds, affidavits , closing certificates, easements, lease-related documents, and lender forms)
Assemble recording packages and post-closing deliverables; track recording confirmations and return of originals; organize and distribute final closing sets
Review title commitments and title search results; assist with title objection letters, curative requests, and tracking satisfaction of title and survey requirements
Support real estate finance matters by coordinating lender requirements, ordering/payoff statements, and assisting with closing documentation and disbursement instructions at attorney direction

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 + years of experience as a real estate paralegal in a law firm , legal department , real estate brokerage, or title company
Strong understanding of real estate transactions, including title and survey review, due diligence, and closing/post-closing processes
Familiarity with recording requirements and practices, including preparing and submitting documents to registries of deeds and coordinating with title companies
Experience with legal research tools and software (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically
Ability to handle stressful situations and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

real estate transactionstitle reviewdue diligenceclosing processeslegal document draftingtitle searcheslegal researchproblem-solvingdocument preparationrecording requirements

Soft Skills

written communicationverbal communicationattention to detailorganizational skillsability to manage prioritiesteamworkindependencecritical thinkingstress managementcomposure