Commercial Real Estate Lending Paralegal

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a dynamic, highly collaborative law practice that’s looking for a skilled Commercial Real Estate Lending Paralegal to take the lead on a steady flow of sophisticated lending and transactional work. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, is confident managing deals from start to finish, and enjoys working collaboratively with multiple parties throughout the transaction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full workflow of commercial lending transactions, from initial engagement through post‑closing.

• Draft and prepare a wide range of loan‑related documents, including those connected to construction, refinance, asset‑based, and acquisition transactions, as well as sales and lease matters.

• Conduct and coordinate due diligence, including entity review, title and survey analysis, and related documentation.

• Maintain and monitor checklists, track document deliveries, and identify and resolve issues that arise during the transaction process.

• Summarize complex contracts and leases and ensure accuracy and completeness of all transaction materials.

• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, lenders, title companies, and other stakeholders to keep all parties aligned and deals moving forward.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a sophisticated commercial real estate or lending practice, with recent experience supporting lender‑side work strongly preferred.

• Strong drafting, document review, and due diligence capabilities across commercial loan and transactional documents.

• Ability to take ownership of assigned matters with minimal oversight and manage multiple deals simultaneously.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfort learning new technology platforms.

• FRP certification or eligibility preferred; professional communication, organization, and attention to detail required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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