Real Estate Paralegal

Urban Legal Recruitment is pleased to partner with our esteemed client in the recruitment of a Real Estate Paralegal to join its highly regarded Calgary office.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and polished Paralegal to work within a sophisticated and collaborative real estate practice supporting lawyers on a broad range of residential, commercial, and development matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting client service delivery while working in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and drafting real estate documentation, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, mortgages, title documents, and closing packages

• Conducting and reviewing title searches, off-title searches, and due diligence

• Coordinating with clients, financial institutions, real estate agents, government offices, and opposing counsel

• Assisting with the preparation and management of closing documentation, statements of adjustments, and registration of documents

• Coordinating and attending to closings, including electronic registration systems

• Maintaining organized physical and electronic files

• Monitoring critical dates, deadlines, and follow-up requirements

• Providing administrative support to the legal team as required

• Acting as a point of contact for clients and handling routine inquiries and correspondence with professionalism and discretion

• Working closely with lawyers, law clerks, paralegals, and support staff to support practice management and client service delivery

• Handling highly confidential information in accordance with firm and professional standards

• Utilizing document management systems, legal software, and Microsoft Office applications effectively

• Assisting with practice management, including calendar management, time entry, travel coordination, and related administrative support

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–8 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, or Paralegal within a large law firm or professional services environment

• Legal Assistant, Law Clerk, or Paralegal diploma/certificate from a recognized institution

• Strong knowledge of real estate legal terminology, filing requirements, and related procedures

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

• Strong technical skills, including proficiency with legal software, document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced environment

• Professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and a strong client service orientation

This is a tremendous opportunity to join a highly respected and collaborative team offering sophisticated work, excellent mentorship, and a supportive environment.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting their Resume directly to View email address on ca.talent.com

At Urban Legal Recruitment, we value discretion and confidentiality. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.