Real Estate Paralegal

Job Position: Real Estate ParalegalApprox: Start Date: As soon as possibleEmployment Type: Full-time (40 Hours), ExemptSalary: $90k - $120k per year, paid monthlyLocation: Lakeway, TX (Hybrid-friendly with occasional in-person collab)Hours: 9am - 5pm M-FBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life - UHC & BeamDiscretionary Time Off (DTO) - as-needed, as-reasonableAbout HornetTop-notch, real-estate lending and investment firm that prides itself on transparency, creativity, and technology. Our team is growing, and we're looking for a sharp, organized, and proactive Real Estate Paralegal to be the legal compass guiding our property transactions, document generation and review, litigation prep, and compliance efforts.Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It):Decode the Legal MatrixReview operating agreements and corporate docs to determine who can sign what, when, and how.Draft with PrecisionMaintain and create affidavits, loan docs, and other legal templates with clarity and confidence.Master of Dates & RequirementsBuild and maintain systems to track key dates, obligations, and accountability across all legal agreements.Agreement WhispererAnalyze purchase and sale agreements, lienholder consents, intercreditor agreements, and more to ensure lender and collateral protections.Code KeeperStay current on Texas Property and Finance Codes, UCC filings, and case law updates. You'll be our go-to for interpreting legalese.Legal LiaisonOften we'll need to consult outside counsel. You know who to call and what to ask.Zoning & Entitlement SleuthHelp assess floodplain jurisdiction, zoning rules, and other entitlement traps throughout Texas to guide what can be built and where.Out-of-State ExplorerOccasionally assist with out-of-state matters, including finding local counsel and researching foreclosure timelines.Legal EducatorCreate frameworks and training for internal team members to become second-eyes reviewers.Title & Survey DetectiveDive into title and survey reviews to support the lending team and REO analysis.Collaborator ExtraordinaireWork closely with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to keep everything legally sound and strategically aligned.What You Bring to the Table:5+ years of experience in real estate law, title, or transactions in TexasParalegal certification or equivalent hands-on legal document experienceProficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel (bonus points for template wizardry)Exceptional organizational skills"”think "organize the chaos"Ability to self-direct, build systems, and thrive in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills and a knack for translating legal jargon into actionable insightsWhy You'll Love It Here:You'll be a cornerstone of our legal operations, not just a cog in the machine.You'll help shape processes and infrastructure from the ground up.Your insights will directly influence how we manage legal risk and grow our business.Your voice matters"”we value collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning.Want to help us build smarter, safer, and more strategic real estate deals? Apply now and let's make legal magic happen.For faster response times, please email resume to .

Created: 2025-10-05