Paralegal Specialist (REI)

OverviewJoin Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from varied backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.Goodwin Paralegal Specialists work side-by-side with attorneys to provide high-quality, cost-effective legal services on each of our groundbreaking matters. They add value through experience, advising on how to best approach tasks at hand. In the Real Estate Industry business unit, they work on complex transactions, providing a wide range of support and working independently to ensure Goodwin quality standards are met.What You Will DoOrder, review, and summarize title commitments, exception documents and surveys, interfacing directly with the title company and surveyor to resolve any issues or discrepancies and to negotiate title insurance policy coveragePreparation and administration of contract critical dates and closing checklistsCoordination and assistance with all aspects of real estate closings, including ordering and reviewing diligence materials (e.g. zoning reports, UCC lien searches), preparation of conveyance documents and preparation of escrow instructionsPreparation of initial draft documents, amendments to agreements or leases and miscellaneous documents, including estoppel certificates, SNDAs and Memos of Lease, for attorney reviewKnowledge of formation, foreign qualification and amendment of entities, obtaining taxpayer identification numbers and the preparation and/or review of organizational and authority documentsAttending to all post-closing requirements, including preparation of closing indices, the preparation and organization of closing binders, and monitoring all post-closing deliveries or requirementsCollaborate with other Paralegal team members and Associates within the Real Estate Industry business unit and across other business unitsSupport training and knowledge management functionsMentor junior team members as neededComply with all administrative requirements including timekeeping and reporting as instructedOther, non-essential dutiesWho You AreBA/BS preferred7+ years of experienceExperience on both borrower and lender side of leveraged finance transactions preferred, but not requiredParalegal Certificate or qualifying work experience per state law requirementsStrong organizational as well as verbal and written communication skillsHigh level of attention to detailCapable of handling multiple responsibilities at the same timeCapable of planning ahead and meeting deadlinesAbility to work well in a team-oriented environmentDesire to work on challenging, complex transactionsAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Visio is requiredFirm culture hybrid work environment - 3 days/week, including 2 anchor days Tuesday & Thursday#LI-MS1Benefits and MoreAt Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work scheduleHealth, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceRetirement & Savings PlanEmergency back-up child and adult carePaid vacation, sick time off, and holidaysProfessional development and career advancement opportunitiesEmployee recognition and reward programsEmployee wellness and assistance programsEmployee discounts and perksConsistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process in the US, contact the Benefits Department by email or by phone at 617-570-1800. To request any disability or neurodivergence related accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process in the UK or Germany, please email the Recruiting Department. Any information you provide will be in the strictest confidence, and only used for the purpose of providing the accommodations needed. Requesting accommodations will not adversely affect the outcome of your application.This position is eligible for overtime: Yes The target salary range for this position varies by location and is commensurate with relevant experience: Boston $120,000 - $165,000 | Los Angeles $140,000 - $193,000 | New York $124,000 - $171,000 | Philadelphia $120,000 - $165,000 | San Francisco $140,000 - $193,000 | Santa Monica $140,000 - $193,000 | Silicon Valley $140,000 - $193,000 | Washington DC $120,000 - $165,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17