Bowditch & Dewey, LLP, ranked among the largest law firms in Massachusetts, has an opening in the Framingham office for a Real Estate Paralegal to assist with commercial real estate legal work. Responsibilities include preparation of draft documents, including purchase and sale agreements, deeds, settlement statements, commercial leases and related documents; obtaining closing documents, including UCC searches, title examinations, municipal lien certificates, corporate organizational documents and payoff letters; preparation of tenant estoppel certificates and clerk’s certificates; attendance at closings; title research using Landtrak; coordination of title reports with title examiners; preparation of organizational and authority documentation; coordination of recording of documents at registries of deeds; assistance in preparation of zoning opinions; management of transactional due diligence, and responsibility for completion of all post-closing matters.

Must have excellent interpersonal and writing skills; knowledge of basic accounting principles; good computer skills; and experience with the above real estate legal concepts. Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate or comparable, related experience required. This is an excellent opportunity that provides a competitive compensation package and a professional environment.

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