Commercial Transaction Paralegal #32606

Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid – 2 remote days/week

Salary Range: $85K-$90K

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9-5 | Non-exempt

Required: Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of commercial finance experience, preferably in a law firm environment

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

A well-established Boston law firm is seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Transaction Paralegal to join its busy Commercial Transaction Group . This role will support attorneys across a broad range of commercial finance and real estate transactions , including commercial lending, real estate mortgage financing, commercial and industrial loans, asset-based lending, alternative energy transactions, loan recovery, troubled loan workouts, and foreclosures.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent college degree required

Paralegal Certificate or additional paralegal education preferred

4+ years of commercial finance experience , preferably in a law firm environment

Experience supporting commercial transactions, commercial lending, real estate finance, or loan closings strongly preferred

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe/PDF software, and Outlook

Experience using legal, USPTO, government, and electronic filing systems

Strong proofreading and writing skills with exceptional attention to detail

Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills

Ability to manage multiple transactions, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients, colleagues, vendors, and outside counsel

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Demonstrated professionalism when handling confidential and sensitive information

Self-motivated with a willingness to learn new skills, take initiative, and recommend process improvements

Strong commitment to providing excellent client service

Key Job Functions

Support attorneys through all stages of commercial finance transactions , from initial preparation through closing and post-closing

Prepare and organize transaction documents , closing agendas, settlement statements, ancillary loan documents, and corporate documents

Conduct and coordinate due diligence , including title, UCC, tax lien, litigation, and corporate entity searches

Review and analyze due diligence materials to identify issues and confirm compliance with lender closing requirements

Review title exams, commitments, and policies for commercial real estate transactions and summarize findings for attorney review

Research recorded documents through Registry of Deeds and Land Court websites

Request and review UCC, tax lien, litigation, and other searches

Prepare and file UCC financing statements in appropriate jurisdictions

Assist with commercial loan closings and post-closing due diligence

Track closing agenda items, coordinate outstanding requirements, and help ensure transactions remain on schedule

Prepare and organize closing binders and electronic deal files

Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, outside counsel, and other transaction parties by phone and email

Research corporate entity status across various jurisdictions

Respond to inquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Commercial Transaction Paralegal looking to take the next step in your legal career, apply today to join a respected firm where your expertise and contributions are valued.

Founded in 1969, JOHN LEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHN LEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.