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How much do transaction paralegal jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for transaction paralegal in the United States is $70,513.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $84,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transaction paralegal?

Transaction paralegals are legal professionals who assist attorneys with transactional matters such as mergers and acquisitions, real estate deals, corporate filings, and contract management. They perform tasks like preparing and reviewing documents, conducting due diligence, managing closing checklists, and coordinating communication between parties. Transaction paralegals help ensure that legal transactions are completed accurately and efficiently, supporting the legal team throughout the process.

What are the typical responsibilities of a transaction paralegal?

As a Transaction Paralegal, you play a key role in the closing process by coordinating due diligence, preparing closing checklists, assembling documents, and ensuring all signatures and approvals are obtained. You’ll frequently communicate with attorneys, clients, and third parties to track progress and resolve any last-minute issues. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are vital, as you are responsible for maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements. This collaborative environment often provides valuable exposure to complex transactions and opportunities to grow your expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transaction paralegal?

To thrive as a Transaction Paralegal, you need a solid understanding of legal procedures, document drafting, and due diligence, typically supported by a paralegal certificate or relevant degree. Familiarity with document management systems, e-filing platforms, and legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis is common. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication set standout candidates apart. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and smooth coordination in complex transactional matters.

What is the difference between Transaction Paralegal vs Real Estate Paralegal?

AspectTransaction ParalegalReal Estate Paralegal
CredentialsParalegal certificate or associate degree, relevant experienceParalegal certificate or associate degree, real estate law knowledge
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, real estate firmsReal estate agencies, law firms specializing in property law
Employer & IndustryLegal and corporate sectors handling transactionsReal estate transactions, property law firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both Transaction Paralegals and Real Estate Paralegals handle legal documentation, Transaction Paralegals focus on a variety of legal transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and corporate deals. Real Estate Paralegals specialize in property transactions, including closings and title searches. The roles overlap in legal documentation and certification requirements, but their industry focus and daily tasks differ.

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Infographic showing various Transaction Paralegal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,513 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

Commercial Transaction Paralegal

Boston, MA • On-site

Hackett Feinberg, P.C.
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$85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support attorneys in all stages of commercial transactions, including document preparation, organizational diligence, and closing procedures.

  • Research and review legal documents, title exams, UCC, tax lien, litigation searches, and ensure compliance with transaction requirements.

  • Assist with loan closings by compiling and organizing documents, preparing closing agendas, and managing post-closing due diligence.

Job description

Hackett Feinberg P.C., a 30+ attorney Boston law firm, is seeking a self-motivated paralegal to join its busy Commercial Transaction Group. The Transaction Group has a wide-ranging practice that includes commercial real estate mortgage financings, commercial and industrial loans, asset based loans, alternative energy transactions, affordable housing developments, as well as loan recovery and troubled loan workouts and foreclosures. The Commercial Transaction Paralegal will work alongside and support attorneys in these practice areas and through all stages of a commercial transaction. The Commercial Transaction Paralegal will be responsible for managing the details throughout transactions, including initial document preparation, organizational diligence, tracking of closing agenda items, ordering and review of title updates, UCC, tax lien and litigation searches, and execution and compilation of closing documents.The successful candidate will possess initiative, solid organizational, management, and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and an ability to handle multiple deals, priorities, and deadlines. Although the Commercial Transaction Paralegal's primary job responsibilities will be to support lawyers in the Transaction Group, all Commercial Transaction Paralegals are expected to support the Administrative Team by performing various office administration duties as needed. At Hackett Feinberg, our people are our most valuable asset. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering and preserving an inclusive workplace. We embrace our employees' differences that make our employees unique. Therefore, we encourage talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.Responsibilities:Communicate with vendors, outside attorneys and clients, primarily by phone and emailResearch accurate legal entity names and status in various jurisdictionsNotarize documents or ability to become a notary publicReview and analyze documents and due diligence to ensure compliance with closing and other requirements of lendersReview and evaluate title exams, commitments and policies for commercial real estate transactions and summarize findings for review by supervising attorneyResearch recorded documents on various Registry of Deeds/Land Court websitesE-record documents at Registry of Deeds/Land Court.Request UCC, tax lien, litigation and other searches, and summarize findings for review by the supervising attorney; prepare and file UCC financing statements in appropriate locationsPrepare documents for attorney review in connection with transactions including closing agendas settlement statements, and ancillary loan and corporate documents related to commercial loan facilities, affordable housing transactions and other real estate transactionsAssist with loan closings (including compilation of original closing documents and prompt delivery of original documents to our clients)Prepare and organize electronic document binders and shared file sites for loan closings; post-closing due diligence Requirements:College degree required; Paralegal Certificate or higher education preferred4-8+ years relevant experience in commercial finance at a law firmKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, pdf software and OutlookProficiency using legal, USPTO and other government electronic filing systemsStrong attention to detail and organizedAbility to project a professional image and interact professionally with clients, co-workers, and other partiesAbility to handle stressful situations and remain calm under pressureExcellent verbal and written communication skillsCapability to work well independently as well as in a team environmentProvide excellent customer serviceAptitude to be cautious with sensitive informationAlways willing to learn new skills and take the initiative to further understand processes and make recommendations for efficiency improvements