Real Estate/Commercial Lending Paralegal at Van DeWater & Van DeWater, LLP

Position Real Estate/Commercial Lending Paralegal
Posted 12 Mar 2026
Expired 11 Apr 2026
Company Van DeWater & Van DeWater, LLP
Location Poughkeepsie | US
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job description
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
Poughkeepsie law firm is seeking a paralegal with experience in transactional work (particularly commercial lending) and real estate.
_*Responsibilities:*_
* Assist with the drafting and review of residential and commercial real estate contracts of sale, leases, deeds, settlement statements and other closing documents. Review title reports, municipal searches and other diligence relevant to real estate closings. Must have familiarity with County Clerk recording requirements and Westchester PREP recording system. Experience with NYC ACRIS system a plus.
* Regular communications with clients, lenders, title companies, municipalities, attorneys and other involved parties on status of transactions, deadlines, outstanding diligence items, etc.
* Coordinating residential and commercial closings.
* Prepare closing packages (pre and post).Assist with the drafting of real estate and other transactional documents, with an emphasis on (i) representation of lenders in commercial lending transactions and (ii) commercial and residential real estate.
* Preparation of form notes, mortgages, security agreements, guaranties, contracts of sale and addenda thereto, and other transactional documents.
* Preparation of attorney reviewed correspondence.
* Coordinate state/county filings and recordings of legal documents and track receipts.
* Providing general administrative assistance to supervising attorneys.
* Effectively utilizes the firm’s document storage programs to maintain complete and accurate files.
_*The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:*_
* At least 3 years of experience as a transactional real estate paralegal representing banks, purchasers and sellers of real estate.
* Ability to prioritize, multitask and handle many files at once.
* Must be detail oriented.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, Outlook with the ability to learn a practice management system. xkmhxrz
* Proficient in Perfectlaw a plus
* Notary Public a plus
* Paralegal certificate preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Experience:
* Real Estate Law: 2 years (Required)
* Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person

Job Info:

  • Company: Van DeWater & Van DeWater, LLP
  • Position: Real Estate/Commercial Lending Paralegal
  • Work Location: Poughkeepsie
  • Country: US

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