Senior Paralegal – Commercial Title

What We DoFirst American Title’s New York Commercial team is seeking a Senior Paralegal to support sophisticated, high-value real estate transactions across New York and nationwide.
This role sits at the center of complex commercial deals – including institutional acquisitions, financings, refinances, and multi-state portfolio transactions. You will work directly with seasoned underwriters, attorneys, and commercial real estate professionals to drive transactions from commitment through policy with precision and efficiency.
We are looking for a professional who understands the pace and expectations of the New York market and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-level work on transactions where details matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Support complex commercial closings, including multi-site and high-liability transactions
• Review and analyze closing documents and deal structures
• Conduct and evaluate title searches; review legal descriptions for accuracy
• Prepare title commitments, pro formas, and related documentation
• Review surveys and identify potential title exceptions
• Partner with underwriters to resolve title issues and facilitate seamless closings
• Prepare and issue title policies, endorsements, and supplemental coverage

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial title, law firm, or related experience
• Strong understanding of commercial deal documentation and closing practices
• Ability to manage multiple high-value transactions simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Polished communication style suited for attorneys, institutional clients, and internal stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certification preferred

Join a team that supports transactions shaping skylines and driving investment across the country – all from the heart of New York’s commercial real estate market.

Pay Range: $44.57 – $59.42 Hourly

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We OfferBy choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.
First American invests in its employees’ development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer.