Real Estate Title Attorney

Kentucky Real Estate / Title Attorney
Location: Elizabethtown Kentucky (Office-based)
Employment Type: Full-Time

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Kentucky-licensed attorney to join our escrow and title company as a Real Estate / Title Attorney. This position plays a critical role in supporting residential and commercial real estate transactions ensuring legal compliance resolving title issues and conducting or supervising closings in accordance with Kentucky law.

The ideal candidate is a practical transaction-focused attorney who is comfortable working closely with escrow officers lenders real estate professionals and consumers in a fast-paced closing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct and/or supervise residential and commercial real estate closings in Kentucky
• Review title searches commitments and exceptions; resolve title defects and curative issues
• Ensure compliance with Kentucky real estate law Kentucky Department of Insurance regulations RESPA and TRID
• Review and explain closing documents including deeds mortgages settlement statements and affidavits
• Provide legal guidance to escrow and title staff on complex or escalated transactions
• Communicate with lenders real estate agents underwriters and clients regarding legal and title matters
• Support underwriting decisions risk management and claims prevention efforts
• Assist with audits regulatory examinations and internal compliance initiatives
• Provide training and legal guidance to internal staff as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

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• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Kentucky
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Kentucky real estate law title escrow or closing practice
• Strong knowledge of Kentucky real property law and closing procedures
• Ability to independently manage closings and resolve complex title issues

Preferred:

• Experience working with a title insurance agency or underwriter
• Commercial real estate transaction experience
• Familiarity with Kentucky recording practices across multiple counties

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong legal judgment with a business-minded approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple files and deadlines
• Client-focused and comfortable in a consumer-facing role
• Collaborative and solutions-oriented

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus or per-closing compensation opportunities (if applicable)
• Health dental vision and retirement benefits
• CLE reimbursement and professional development support
• Stable professional work environment with long-term growth potential

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their Kentucky real estate experience through our online Applicant Tracking System (ATS) ApplicantPRO.

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