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Title Abstractor Searcher I
Ithaca, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Ithaca, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Rochester, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Rochester, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Mayville, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Mayville, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Interpret deeds, court actions, probates and documents affecting property ownership. * Must be able to research title back to patent. * Must be able to deed plot metes and bounds legal descriptions.
Interpret deeds, court actions, probates and documents affecting property ownership. * Must be able to research title back to patent. * Must be able to deed plot metes and bounds legal descriptions.
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Rochester, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Rochester, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Reviewer
Lubbock, TX · On-site
Interpret deeds, court actions, probates and documents affecting property ownership. * Must be able to research title back to patent. * Must be able to deed plot metes and bounds legal descriptions.
Title Reviewer
Lubbock, TX · On-site
Interpret deeds, court actions, probates and documents affecting property ownership. * Must be able to research title back to patent. * Must be able to deed plot metes and bounds legal descriptions.
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Mayville, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Mayville, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Ithaca, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Ithaca, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Lyons, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Lyons, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Ithaca, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Ithaca, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Lyons, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Lyons, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Mayville, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Mayville, NY · On-site
$33K - $55K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Cortland, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
Title Abstractor Searcher I
Cortland, NY · On-site
$32K - $53K/yr
Work may be done in an office, title plant or remotely traveling to court houses, municipalities and other government entities to perform the searches * Primarily focused on residential transactions
... court actions, probates, and other documents impacting property ownership Complete documents that include title acquisition packages and title commitments Identify possible title defects, prepare ...
... court actions, probates, and other documents impacting property ownership Complete documents that include title acquisition packages and title commitments Identify possible title defects, prepare ...
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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for court abstractor in the United States is $25.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a Court Abstractor job?
A Court Abstractor researches and retrieves legal documents from court records, typically for background checks, real estate transactions, or legal proceedings. They review case files, summarize key information, and ensure the accuracy of legal records. This role requires attention to detail, familiarity with legal terminology, and the ability to navigate court databases or physical records. Court Abstractors often work for law firms, title companies, or background check agencies.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Court Abstractor position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Court Abstractor, you need a keen attention to detail, strong reading comprehension, and familiarity with real estate and legal documents, often supported by prior experience or on-the-job training. Competence with online court databases, document management systems, and research tools is typically required. Excellent time management, persistence, and clear written communication are valuable soft skills in this position. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate and timely extraction of critical information from court records, which directly impacts the reliability of legal processes and property transactions.
What are some common challenges Court Abstractors face in their daily work?
Court Abstractors often encounter challenges such as deciphering handwritten or outdated records, dealing with incomplete documents, and navigating complex legal terminology. They may also need to manage high volumes of information while meeting strict deadlines for clients or employers. Additionally, this role sometimes requires travel to various courthouses or adapting to varying procedures across different jurisdictions. By staying organized and proactive, successful Court Abstractors are able to maintain high levels of accuracy and efficiency even when facing these challenges.
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Job description
Job Summary:
This position assists attorneys in the Corporate Services practice group researching, and handling real estate matters, closings, title insurance and post-closing procedures.
Responsibilities:
Supervision Received and/or Given:
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
This position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating a computer. At times, employees are required to work in excess of the normal work schedule, and on weekends particularly during large or complex real estate closings. Employees in this position must be mobile, have the ability to bend, and have ability to lift and carry files weighing approximately 10-15 lbs.
This position assists attorneys in the Corporate Services practice group researching, and handling real estate matters, closings, title insurance and post-closing procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Receiving requests for title commitments from clients and requesting title reports or certificates of title from abstractor or abstract companies; receiving and reviewing title reports and drafting title objection letters and analysis of surveys.
- Communicating by telephone, in person and in writing with buyers, sellers, realtors, lenders, appraisers, surveyors, insurance companies, title abstract and title insurance companies, taxing authorities, property owners associations, attorneys, court personnel, and various other individuals and entities in connection with obtaining all necessary information for commercial real estate transactions.
- Scheduling loan closings and reviewing of closing packets received from mortgage companies or owners; preparation of closing documents, including closing statements, affidavits, tax information statements, payoff letters, representation letters, closing binders and disbursement sheets; participation in closings; arranging for deposits of loan proceeds and disbursing all funds; filing of deeds, timber deeds, easements, conservation easements, deeds of trust, UCCs and FSA – 153 with appropriate authorities; requesting title updates; receiving title updates and issuing title policies, and generally assisting closing attorney with all aspects of transactions, including gathering of preliminary information, ascertaining that closing is conducted in compliance with lender’s instructions, and compilation of closing documents upon completion.
- Receiving requests from clients for title updates and requesting same from abstract companies; receiving reports and drafting updated certificates of title or endorsements to title policies to lenders.
- Occasional research of land records (when recording information is provided by a third party).
- Tracking of real estate transactions throughout year for purposes of 1099S reporting; completion of 1099 Information Sheets and submission to reporting service.
- Drafting real-estate-related documents, such as, authorities to cancel, partial releases, deeds, easements, etc.
Supervision Received and/or Given:
- Occasionally work on projects for attorneys other than supervising attorney and work on projects for or with other real estate paralegals.
- Work closely with office manager on funds received and disbursed through trust accounts.
- Work closely with title insurance paralegal on monthly reporting to title insurance companies on policies issued and opening of new files.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
- 5-10 years prior real estate experience in a law firm or title abstract company setting.
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
- College Degree
- Land Use Experience
- Corporate Experience
- Notary
Working Conditions:
This position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating a computer. At times, employees are required to work in excess of the normal work schedule, and on weekends particularly during large or complex real estate closings. Employees in this position must be mobile, have the ability to bend, and have ability to lift and carry files weighing approximately 10-15 lbs.
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About Adams and Reese
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Company size
501 - 1,000 Employees
Headquarters location
New Orleans, LA, US
Year founded
1951