Senior Paralegal (Real Estate)
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
Company websitepillsburylaw.com (Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, opens in new tab)
Base salary $110K to $180K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in San Francisco, CA +7 more
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- LocationSan Francisco, CA +7 more
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
All 8 locations
- San Francisco
- Los Angeles
- Houston
- Miami
- New York
- Northern Virginia
- Washington, DC
- Boston
About this job
Job Description
Pillsbury is seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal to join its Real Estate team and play a key role in supporting complex commercial real estate transactions from due diligence through closing. This position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented paralegal with strong law firm experience, a solid understanding of real estate transactions, and the ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, title companies, lenders, and other transaction professionals in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. This position reports to the local HR Manager and requires in-office presence of at least three days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
Draft, review, and manage transaction documents (PAs, leases, estoppels, SNDAs, assignments, deeds, closing statements).
Order and analyze title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, UCC/litigation/bankruptcy searches, and prepare objection letters/summaries.
Manage critical dates, coordinate with title/survey companies, order reports, handle wire transfers, and ensure all closing conditions are met.
Prepare closing documents, instruction letters, and oversee the final execution and funding of complex commercial deals.
Assist attorneys with complex legal tasks, research, and ensuring compliance with real estate laws.
Act as a key liaison between attorneys, clients, title agents, lenders, and other professionals.
Follow the ethical requirements as set forth by the Firm’s professional liability insurer.
Various other tasks as requested/needed.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree preferred
A minimum of 8 - 10 years in related law firm experience as a Real Estate Paralegal required
Strong understanding of real estate law, title procedures, and contract terms.
Exceptional organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Possess the interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys, staff, and clients and provide information with courtesy and tact in person, electronically, and by phone.
The expected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $180,000. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skill set, and geographic location.
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for the position in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at [email protected].
Source: Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($110,000) is above 3% of the 485 Legal roles in California listed on this site; 3 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $182,070; the middle half runs from $140,000 to $230,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Paralegal (Real Estate) (this listing) | $110K - $180K |
| Analyst - AI Applications | $110K - $130K |
| Social Media Manager | $120K - $150K |
| Litigation Support Project Manager | $125K - $140K |
| Paralegal – Consumer Protection | $125K - $150K |
| Compliance Attorney | $130K - $160K |
| Manager or Senior Manager Business Development Strategy, Finance & Restructuring | $150K - $230K |
Observed changes
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- First observed on the employer's board
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-22
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Location as the employer wrote it: Multiple locations (8)
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