Paralegal, Commercial Real Estate ( Office

Paralegal, Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Litigation

Harwood Lloyd, LLP of Hackensack, NJ is looking to hire a full‑time Paralegal with experience in Commercial Real Estate and Litigation to join our transactional group. The position requires hands‑on experience drafting legal documents, opening, maintaining, and organizing client files, monitoring attorneys’ calendars, answering client calls with professional telephone etiquette, and scheduling Zoom meetings. Your accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail ensure that tasks are completed correctly from the first attempt.

Competitive benefits package: health and dental insurance, long‑term disability, firm‑paid life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing, generous paid time off, paid holidays, and more.

Harwood Lloyd, LLP is a full‑service law firm that proudly serves regional and individual clients by offering the personal attention and service of a boutique firm with the experience and quality of a large national firm. The firm now has a roster of over 40 attorneys, recognized by top publications including U.S. News – Best Lawyers in America, New Jersey Lawyers, 201 Magazine’s Top Lawyers, and Super Lawyers for several years including 2025.

We strive to create an environment where employees feel empowered to thrive personally and professionally.

You will work hand‑in‑hand with attorneys to provide daily administrative support, file motions, draft legal documents, and open, maintain, and organize client files. You will monitor attorneys’ calendars, answer client calls, schedule Zoom meetings, and coordinate closings and meetings. Your positive, can‑do attitude, organization, people skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team will help you succeed in an ethical firm where customer service is a priority.

• Bank loan reviews
• Preparation of commercial leases, purchase and sales agreements, and closing binders
• Experience communicating directly with the courts and clients
• Coordination of closings and meetings
• Experience with eCourts and foreclosures
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Detail oriented
• Current technological skills
• Team player

Full‑time, Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm, in‑office; hybrid available.

Send us a 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!