High-Net Worth Residential Real Estate Paralegal
Location: Greenwich, CT
Salary: $75,000 to $100,000 (commensurate with specialized experience), inclusive of a comprehensive benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 401(k) retirement options.
Schedule: Full-time, Direct-Hire
Are you ready to take your real estate paralegal career to the next level? We are looking for a talented and dedicated High-Net Worth Residential Real Estate Paralegal to join a dynamic team in the heart of Greenwich, Connecticut. This is your chance to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where precision and attention to detail are paramount.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage comprehensive file management for luxury residential acquisitions and dispositions, ensuring seamless transaction flow.
- Draft and refine critical legal documents such as contracts of sale, specialized riders, settlement statements, and closing affidavits.
- Serve as the primary liaison among high-net-worth clients, lending institutions, title underwriters, and municipal agencies.
- Conduct detailed title and due diligence reviews, analyzing lien payoffs, tax certifications, and surveys.
- Oversee escrow and financial logistics, including balancing settlement funds and preparing wire transfers.
- Facilitate the local closing process and ensure the proper recording of deeds and security instruments in compliance with statutory requirements.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or a Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
- At least five years of substantive experience specifically in residential real estate law.
- In-depth knowledge of Connecticut real estate procedures and local closing practices.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and modern law practice management software.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a transactional setting.
Preferred Skills:
- Current Commission as a Connecticut Notary Public.
- Experience handling transactions involving luxury estates or unique property structures.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills tailored to a sophisticated clientele.
- Advanced understanding of TRID requirements and lending compliance standards.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, particularly in title curative work and complex settlement reconciliations.
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Note that this posting does not constitute an offer of employment, and compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed during the interview phase.
