About the Real Estate Paralegal Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is excited to partner with a dynamic, busy law firm in Princeton, New Jersey, to find an experienced Real Estate Paralegal/Legal Assistant for their creditor rights department. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to dive deep into residential, commercial, and REO real estate transactions, including Deed-in-Lieu processes. Primarily focused on New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania deals, you'll occasionally handle nationwide transactions, providing variety and exposure to diverse markets. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this Paralegal job in Princeton, NJ is your chance to support high-stakes closings while advancing your career with a leading staffing firm like Robert Half.

With a salary starting at $65,000, this role demands strong knowledge of real estate law, title reviews, loan docs, and closing coordination. You'll work closely with attorneys, clients, lenders, and title companies, ensuring seamless transaction execution. Robert Half places top talent in premier legal roles, and this position exemplifies our commitment to matching skilled professionals with rewarding opportunities in the legal sector.

Key Responsibilities

As a Real Estate Paralegal, your days will be filled with hands-on tasks critical to transaction success:

• Assist attorneys from transaction inception through closing, managing all phases efficiently.
• Prepare and review essential documents like purchase agreements, leases, easements, deeds, and more.
• Perform thorough title and survey analysis using ALTA/NSPS standards, resolving issues proactively.
• Lead due diligence efforts, covering zoning, environmental reports, and corporate docs.
• Create closing checklists, monitor deadlines, and organize lending transaction paperwork.
• Handle UCC, judgment, and lien searches, providing clear summaries.
• Draft loan documents such as promissory notes, mortgages, deeds of trust, and security agreements.
• Coordinate closings, attend as needed, and compile post-closing binders.
• Liaise with stakeholders including clients, lenders, title companies, and counsel.
• Maintain impeccable electronic and physical files per firm standards.

Required Qualifications for Success

To excel in this Princeton, NJ Paralegal role, bring these qualifications to the table:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree (preferred); ABA-approved Paralegal certificate highly desired.
• 3+ years in real estate, banking, creditor rights, or bankruptcy paralegal work.
• Deep understanding of real estate/loan closings and familiarity with title commitments/endorsements.
• Microsoft Office proficiency; legal software experience a bonus.
• Superior communication, organization, and multitasking under pressure.

Preferred: Lender-side commercial closings, local filing knowledge, electronic recording, Notary certification. These skills position you for immediate impact in REO and creditor rights matters.

Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Choosing Robert Half means more than a job—it's a career launchpad. Enjoy competitive pay, robust benefits like health coverage, 401(k) matching, PTO, and professional growth resources. Our Princeton office fosters collaboration in a vibrant legal hub near top firms and financial centers. SEO-optimized for real estate paralegal jobs Princeton NJ, this role attracts top talent seeking stability and advancement. With Robert Half's network, transition seamlessly between temp, contract, or permanent positions. Join a team valuing precision, integrity, and excellence in every closing. Apply now for this high-demand opportunity in New Jersey's legal landscape!

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