Property Law Assistant

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Property Law Assistant

Company: Gables Search Group


Description: Real Estate ParalegalPractice Area: Commercial/Industrial Real Estate Transactional LawLocation: Roseland, NJ 07068Schedule: Full-time | 40+ hours per week, Hybrid/Flexible (2 to 3 days per week onsite)Salary: $65,000 – $85,000 baseThe Firm:Top-tier firm specializing in commercial real estate law and amidst rapid growth in New Jersey, this nearly century-old establishment with a small team of around 100 lawyers regionally is a major force in real estate matters for an expanding industrial and commercial clientele in the Greater New York City area. The firm values dependability, collaboration, and consistently ranks as one of the top workplaces in the area according to independent research.Description:This position involves providing support to lawyers in various aspects of commercial and industrial real estate deals. Duties include reviewing due diligence paperwork, managing title and survey issues, creating organizational documents, and facilitating property closings. The successful candidate will oversee complex real estate transactions from start to finish, including drafting contracts, reviewing titles/surveys, coordinating payments, and recording documents. Working closely with lawyers, lenders, and clients, you will play a key role in overseeing transactions from beginning to end. This role is suitable for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and handling a large volume of intricate tasks with precision and independence.Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Associate’s degree or a Paralegal certification, or equivalent bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of experience as a real estate paralegal in a legal or corporate setting
• Adept at analyzing and summarizing title reports, surveys, and zoning documents.
• Proficient in creating entities, drafting documents, and maintaining transaction checklists.
• Experience in managing escrow closings and preparing closing binders
• Strong communication skills; comfortable coordinating with external counsel and vendors.

Preferred:

• Advanced skills in MS Office Suite and other PDF software like Kofax or Adobe.
• Preference for being a Notary Public or ability to obtain certification.
• Knowledge of corporate paperwork, including filing SS-4 forms, EINs, certifications.
• Proficient in electronic document management, with good time management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced transaction deadlines and overtime requirements
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and a strong team player.

This job posting is a general announcement intended to attract qualified candidates for our client. It is not a comprehensive job description or an offer of employment. Salary and benefits may vary and are not always specified. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds who are qualified for the role!

Salary: $65000 – 85000 per year

Location: Roseland, NJ

Date: Sat, 11 Oct 2025 22:44:50 GMT


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