ppVarnum LLP, a Michigan-based, full-service business law firm with over 200 attorneys and six offices, has a full-time opening for an experienced bParalegal working with the Real Estate Practice Team.
This role is based in our Naples, FL office, with the option to work remotely.
/bThe Real Estate Paralegal provides comprehensive support for title survey review work and condominium/homeowners association (HOA) matters.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in reviewing title commitments and survey documents, as well as substantive knowledge of condominium and HOA governance, formation, and compliance issues.
This role requires close collaboration with attorneys, clients, title companies, surveyors, and property managers to support commercial and residential real estate transactions.
/p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Title and Survey Work /h3 ul liReview title commitments, title insurance policies, and underlying exception documents to identify liens, easements, encroachments, and other title defects.
/li liAnalyze ALTA/NSPS land title surveys and coordinate with surveyors to resolve discrepancies between survey depictions and title exceptions.
/li liPrepare title objection letters and track resolution of title curative items through closing.
/li liOrder and review updated title searches, surveys, and UCC searches as needed.
/li liMaintain title and survey checklists and closing binders for each transaction.
/li liCoordinate with title companies and escrow agents regarding endorsements, pro forma policies, and closing requirements.
/li /ul h3Condominium/HOA Work /h3 ul liDraft and review condominium declarations, bylaws, and amendments in connection with administration of condominiums and HOAs.
/li liPrepare meeting packages, agendas, voting documents, and documents required for condominium/HOA registration and compliance with applicable state statutes.
/li liReview, format, edit and record condominium and HOA governing documents, board resolutions,



and meeting minutes for due diligence purposes.
/li liTrack compliance deadlines related to condominium/HOA filings and recorded covenants.
/li liCoordinate with property management companies and HOA boards to obtain necessary documentation and approvals.
/li liDraft violation notices and pre-litigation demand letters on behalf of condominium and HOA boards.
/li liTrack compliance with the management company regarding outstanding violations and enforcement matters.
/li liReview delinquent condominium and HOA ledgers and facilitate collection of unpaid assessments.
/li /ul h3General Real Estate Support /h3 ul liAssist attorneys with due diligence review for acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing transactions.
/li liPrepare closing documents, deeds, and ancillary transaction documents.
/li liCoordinate the recording of deeds, mortgages, and other instruments with the appropriate recording offices.
/li liMaintain organized transaction files and ensure accurate tracking of deadlines and deliverables.
/li liCommunicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties as needed to move transactions forward.
/li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liBachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred.
/li liMinimum of 3-5 years of experience as a real estate paralegal.
/li liStrong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously.
/li liExcellent written and verbal communication skills.
/li liProficiency with legal document management systems and standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
/li liAbility to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
/li /ul h3Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liExperience working directly with title companies, surveyors, and property management companies.
/li liFamiliarity with document automation or closing software used in real estate transactions.
/li liPrior experience in a law firm or in-house real estate legal department.
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📌 Paralegal - Real Estate (Napoli)
🏢 VARNUM
📍 Napoli