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Boutique Recruiting

Real Estate Legal Assistant

Boutique Recruiting, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

This is a high-impact support role for a sharp, organized legal assistant who knows commercial real estate finance and thrives in a fast-moving environment. A nationally recognized boutique law firm based in San Diego is hiring a Real Estate Legal Assistant to support attorneys handling sophisticated commercial real estate loan transactions nationwide. The role focuses on preparing and managing loan documentation, coordinating closings, and keeping complex matters moving efficiently for institutional lender clients. They are looking for someone experienced, detail-driven, and collaborative who can juggle multiple priorities while delivering consistently excellent work.

Real Estate Legal Assistant Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and organize commercial real estate finance and loan documents

Assist attorneys with loan closings from start to finish

Review title documents and coordinate with third parties as needed

Manage document packages, deliveries, and transaction materials

Support 1 - 3 attorneys across multiple active matters simultaneously

Maintain accuracy and organization in high-volume, deadline-driven workflows

Communicate professionally with internal teams and external clients

Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented firm environment

Real Estate Legal Assistant Requirements

Several years of experience as a Legal Assistant in commercial real estate finance

Experience supporting attorneys representing financial institutions on sophisticated loan transactions

Direct exposure to large-scale deals, including $100M+ lines of credit

Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize urgent requests

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail

Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree is a plus, not required

Must be San Diego-based or already planning a move with local ties

Benefits

Quarterly bonus based on firm and individual performance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% employee-paid coverage

401(k) with safe harbor employer contribution

Unlimited PTO + 11 paid holidays

Stable, low-turnover firm with long-term growth and regular compensation reviews

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Legal

Industries Law Practice and Legal Services

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