Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support a transaction-focused legal team in Boston, Massachusetts. This position combines substantive paralegal work with administrative coordination, helping attorneys manage commercial lending, affordable housing, and real estate matters efficiently. The role calls for strong judgment, responsiveness, and the ability to handle time-sensitive assignments while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
Responsibilities:
• Provide day-to-day support to attorneys by managing requests, answering inquiries, and completing assigned work promptly and accurately.
• Investigate corporate standing and related records across multiple jurisdictions to support transactional matters.
• Examine due diligence materials and transactional documents to confirm alignment with lender conditions and legal requirements.
• Review title-related materials for commercial real estate matters, identify key issues, and prepare concise summaries for attorney evaluation.
• Research recorded instruments and property-related filings through Registry of Deeds and other public record databases.
• Order search reports such as tax lien, litigation, and organizational record searches, then organize and summarize results for legal review.
• Draft and file financing statements and assist with the preparation of closing agendas, ancillary loan documents, and corporate transaction materials.
• Coordinate closing logistics by assembling binders, maintaining shared electronic files, and supporting pre-closing and post-closing documentation needs.
• Contribute to general office operations by assisting with administrative tasks, providing backup front-desk coverage when needed, and supporting special projects.• High school diploma or equivalent required; paralegal certification or additional higher education is preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience supporting commercial finance, development, or transactional legal work, ideally within a law firm setting.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and PDF editing software.
• Experience with legal and government e-filing platforms, including organizational and related filing systems.
• Familiarity with legal research tools and data resources such as Lexis, Westlaw, and similar applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and internal staff.
• Ability to manage confidential information, stay composed under pressure, and work both independently and collaboratively.