Commercial Real Estate & Development Paralegal
Location: Winter Park, Florida
This position is primarily on-site in Winter Park. Hybrid flexibility may be available for highly experienced candidates after an initial integration period.
Job Type: Full-Time
Practice Area: Commercial Real Estate & Development
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About Fishback Dominick LLP
Fishback Dominick LLP is a well-established Florida law firm with a sophisticated commercial real estate and development practice. We represent developers, investors, landlords, lenders, and commercial property owners in complex acquisition, disposition, financing, leasing, infrastructure, and land development transactions throughout Florida.
Our practice regularly involves multi-parcel commercial projects, access and utility easements, cost-sharing agreements, development documentation, lender-driven closings, and amended and restated declarations.
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate & Development Paralegal who can independently manage and meaningfully support sophisticated transactional matters from contract through post-closing.
Position Overview
This role is designed for a senior-level commercial transactional paralegal who can independently manage multiple active files and proactively drive transactions forward.
This is not a residential closing role. The ideal candidate has strong experience with commercial title review, ALTA surveys, lender coordination, and development-related documentation.
Key Responsibilities
ยทย ย ย ย ย Draft and revise commercial purchase and sale agreements, amendments, assignments, and closing documents.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Review and analyze title commitments, exception documents, and surveys; prepare title objection letters and track curative matters.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Coordinate ALTA surveys and review for commercial compliance.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Prepare closing statements, settlement statements, escrow disbursement schedules, and closing checklists.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Coordinate commercial closings with lenders, title companies, surveyors, and clients.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Assist with drafting and organizing easements, declarations, cost-sharing agreements, access agreements, and development documentation.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Track lender closing requirements and manage execution packages.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Oversee post-closing recording, title policy follow-up, and preparation of organized closing binders.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Maintain transaction timelines and proactively manage multiple active matters.
Qualifications
ยทย ย ย ย ย 5+ years of commercial real estate transactional experience required.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Strong knowledge of Florida commercial real estate law and closing procedures.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Experience reviewing and clearing commercial title and survey matters required.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Ability to manage commercial transactions from contract through post-closing with minimal supervision preferred.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Familiarity with title/closing software (e.g., Qualia) a plus.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Notary Public preferred.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Strong written and verbal communication skills.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Residential-only experience will not be sufficient for this position.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation: $80,000 โ $100,000+ depending on experience, skill level, and ability to independently manage commercial and development transactions.
Performance-based bonus opportunities may be available.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Health, dental, and vision insurance.
ยทย ย ย ย ย 401(k) with employer match.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Paid time off and holidays.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Professional development opportunities.
ยทย ย ย ย ย Direct collaboration with experienced commercial real estate attorneys.
Why Join Us?
This position offers exposure to sophisticated commercial and development transactions throughout Florida โ not volume-based residential closings. The selected candidate will play a meaningful role in complex projects and work directly with attorneys and high-level clients.
We are seeking someone who wants to build long-term value within a stable, growing commercial practice.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant commercial real estate experience.