Senior Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

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We are seeking a skilled Senior Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join the Hogan Lovells Real Estate team in either our New York City or Washington, D.C. offices. The candidate must possess a high level of experience with commercial real estate transactions and national title insurance. JOB DESCRIPTION The position's primary responsibilities will include:

Order and review title commitments, zoning reports and ALTA surveys in connection with financing, investment, and sale transactions. Prepare summaries, abstracts and charts of title exception reviews from all transactional positions. Analyze CC&Rs, Development and REA record filings to advise attorneys of issues and obligations.

Interface directly with title companies to clear title exceptions and address third-party comments to obtain Proformas/Policies with endorsement coverage. Secure survey proposals to obtain commercial land surveys and diligence for compliance with ALTA/NSPS requirements and site issues. Order and review zoning reports to ascertain code compliance and violations.

Prepare title objection letters, along with seller responses in connection with acquisitions and sales. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED SKILLS Proven track record of experience closing multi-site commercial real estate transactions.

High degree of time management and organizational skills to prioritize/manage multiple projects at various stages of delivery. Self-motivated with proven ability to take ownership, initiative, and accountability. Positive, proactive, professional attitude with a team-oriented mindset.

Excellent analytical and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with internal deal teams and external counterparties. EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Ten (10) years of experience as a commercial real estate paralegal required, with an emphasis on national title insurance. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes required to lift equipment and/or move boxes up to 20 pounds. HOURS Core hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., including one hour for lunch, with overtime as required.

This job description sets forth the authorities and responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. The annualized salary range for this position is $124,000 to $163,000 depending on the candidate's overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

In addition, full time employees as well as some part time employees, will be eligible for the firm’s fringe benefits as they currently exist. Please find out more about our benefit programs here https://www.hoganlovells.com/en/global-careers/careers-in-the-united-states/career-categories/professional-services/roles/benefits Hogan Lovells is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

Hogan Lovells complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at Leaveofabsence_ushoganlovells.com