Real Estate Paralegal

Real Estate Paralegal

Location: Remote (LATAM or PH)
Reports To: Attorney / Legal Team
Hours: Full-Time 40hrs/week aligned to US business hours
Compensation: PH: $1200 $1800/month LATAM: $2000 $3200/month (The final offer is at the clients discretion and depends on the candidates interview result skills and experience.)

About the Company / Client
Our client is a U.S.-focused law practice specializing in commercial real estate transactions. The team values precision compliance and clear communication and is dedicated to supporting clients through timely and accurate legal work.

Role Overview / Context for Candidate
The Real Estate Paralegal will play a critical role in supporting commercial lease review and the initial drafting of Purchase and Sale Agreements (PSAs). This position ensures attorneys can focus on high-level analysis by managing document preparation review and preliminary drafting with meticulous attention to detail. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote environment can manage multiple tasks independently and is comfortable working with U.S. legal documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Review commercial lease agreements highlighting obligations deadlines and potential risks.
  
• Draft initial versions of PSAs and other real estate contracts.
  
• Assist with document management organization and version control.
  
• Conduct basic due diligence and legal research to support transactions.
  
• Maintain accuracy clarity and compliance across all legal documentation.
  

Hard Skills / Technical Requirements

• 3 years of U.S.-focused real estate law or commercial transaction experience.
  
• Strong command of legal terminology contract structure and drafting.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Google Workspace DocuSign and PDF/document management tools.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  

Soft Skills / Behavioral Competencies

• High degree of autonomy and self-direction.
  
• Effective written and verbal communication.
  
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly.
  

About the Candidate
This role is suitable for candidates who:

• Have experience reviewing and drafting commercial leases and PSAs.
  
• Are comfortable with remote work and flexible schedules aligned with U.S. time zones.
  
• Can proactively identify potential legal issues and communicate them clearly to attorneys.
  
• Are detail-oriented reliable and committed to professional excellence.
  

Why This Role Matters
The Real Estate Paralegal is vital for ensuring commercial lease agreements and PSAs are reviewed and drafted accurately enabling attorneys to focus on strategic high-stakes work. By managing foundational legal tasks this role directly impacts the efficiency compliance and quality of the firms real estate transactions ultimately supporting client trust and business outcomes.

Salary Recommendation Rationale
The proposed ranges reflect the market for qualified remote paralegals capable of handling U.S.-focused commercial real estate the Philippines $1200 $1800/month may attract mid-to-senior candidates with strong contract review experience while Latin American candidates may command $2000 $3200/month for equivalent expertise and English proficiency. These figures are advisory and intended to provide guidance on sourcing high-quality talent without suggesting a fixed requirement