Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

**Job Overview** **COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE CLOSING PARALEGAL** **Talcott Law Group, PC — Farmington, CT \| Full\-Time \| In\-Person** **About Us** Talcott Law Group, PC is a thriving, full\-service law firm based in Farmington, Connecticut. Our team of attorneys and paralegals handles a robust volume of residential and commercial transactions, title insurance, estate planning, probate, and litigation. We pride ourselves on delivering sophisticated, client\-centered legal services in a collaborative and professional environment. **Position Summary** We are seeking a seasoned Commercial Real Estate Closing Paralegal to join our growing practice. This is a high\-responsibility role supporting our attorneys through all phases of commercial real estate transactions — from initial file opening through closing and post\-closing. The ideal candidate brings a strong command of commercial deal mechanics, title and survey review, and lender requirements, and is comfortable managing multiple complex files simultaneously in a fast\-paced environment. **Key Responsibilities** * Manage commercial real estate transaction files from contract through closing, including purchase and sale, refinance, and construction loan transactions * Coordinate with buyers, sellers, lenders, brokers, and opposing counsel to facilitate smooth closings * Order and review title searches; identify and analyze title exceptions, encumbrances, and curative requirements * Prepare and review closing documents including deeds, notes, mortgages, assignments, affidavits, and closing packages * Prepare HUD\-1 / ALTA settlement statements and closing disclosures for commercial transactions * Coordinate title insurance commitments and endorsement requirements with multiple underwriters * Manage closing funds, wire instructions, and disbursement reconciliation * Coordinate recording of closing documents with applicable town clerks and land records offices * Communicate proactively with all parties to ensure deadlines and lender conditions are met * Maintain accurate file documentation, checklists, and status tracking throughout each transaction **Qualifications** *Required:* * Minimum 3–5 years of commercial real estate closing experience in a law firm or title company setting * Strong working knowledge of commercial title insurance, title commitments, and endorsements * Familiarity with Connecticut land records, recording requirements, and conveyancing documents * Ability to manage a high volume of concurrent files with competing deadlines * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) *Preferred:* * Experience with multiple title underwriters * Familiarity with real estate closing software (SoftPro, ResWare, or similar) * Experience with 1031 exchanges, entity transactions, or construction loan closings * Associates or Bachelor's degree, or paralegal certificate from an ABA\-approved program **Compensation \& Benefits** * Competitive salary commensurate with experience * Health insurance * Paid time off and holidays * A collegial, team\-oriented firm culture where your expertise is valued **To Apply** Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your commercial closing experience *Talcott Law Group, PC is an equal opportunity employer.* Pay: $65,000\.00 \- $85,000\.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Work Location: In person