• Paralegal Schools in the U.S.
• Paralegal Careers
• Paralegal Degrees
• ABA vs Non-ABA Paralegal Schools
• NFPA PACE Exam Eligibility
• National Paralegal Association

How to Become a Real Estate Paralegal

A prerequisite for the majority of real estate paralegal jobs is a bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, pre-law, political science or related field and/or a paralegal certificate with experience assisting in brokering real estate transactions. Those seeking entry-level real estate paralegal positions should make sure they have at least the education requirements met to be competitive. Gain paralegal experience by taking advantage of internships offered through the paralegal school you plan on attending.

Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies offers a Bachelor's of Science in Paralegal Studies with a Real Estate Law specialization that will help prepare students for careers in the real estate paralegal field as well as meet the bachelor's degree and paralegal certification requirements at many firms. For those individuals already holding a bachelor's degree, Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies also offers a Post-Baccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate. Click here to request information from Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies BSPS Real Estate Law program or a certificate program today.

Real Estate Paralegal Job Description and Duties

Real Estate Paralegals' job descriptions and duties vary depending on the law firm, real estate agency or title company they work for. This is a general overview of a real estate paralegal's function in leasing, residential and commercial real estate businesses.

Under the supervision of their employer, Commercial and Residential Real Estate Paralegals assist in reviewing title reports, preparing leases and closing documents, assist attorneys in closing of sales, purchases, leasing and financing transactions. In some cases real estate paralegals will work the entire transaction from initiation of contracts through closing and others may specialize in closing or other areas of complex real estate transactions.

Useful skills for real estate paralegals to possess include: knowledge of financing, lease negotiation and lending documents and procedures, strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work on real estate transactions from the initial contract through the closing, and work with minimal supervision. These necessary skills are taught at paralegal schools in some form or another and will have a greater emphasis in those programs that offer a specialization in real estate.

Real Estate Paralegal Salary

The job outlook for paralegals is expected to grow 27% or more through 2014 according to the US Dept. of Labor. Opportunities for advancement are plentiful for those who work hard. We researched paralegal job postings accross the country and found that real estate paralegal salaries ranged from around $40,000 to over $75,000 a year depending on location, education and experience.

Paralegal Degrees and Certificates

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Colorado Technical University/Stonecliffe College: Stonecliffe College Online offers one of the most up to date and accredited paralegal associate degree programs in the country. Students are educated in document organization systems, handling document production, how to write legal correspondence and other relevant skills necessary for paralegal career preparation. Colorado Technical University paralegal programs are accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Graduates will be eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam, with the required work experience.

A.S. Paralegal Studies

Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies: The Kaplan University School of Legal Studies is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, which is recognized by the NFPA and NALA. In addition to meeting the NFPA and NALA work experience requirements, graduates of the Kaplan University paralegal programs will be eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam. Request no obligation information from these paralegal programs today.

AAS in Paralegal Studies
BS in Paralegal Studies
BSPS Alternative Dispute Resolution
BSPS Corporate Law
BSPS Employment Law
BSPS Family Law
BSPS Legal Technology
BSPS Office Management
BSPS Personal Injury
BSPS Real Estate Law
BSPS Social Security Law
Post-Baccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate
Advanced Start in BS Paralegal Studies

Everest University Online: The Everest College Online paralegal associate and bachelor degree programs are widely recognized for graduating some of the most qualified and successful paralegals in the country. Everest College, formerly known as Florida Metropolitan University, ranked in the top 100 paralegal schools by www.paralegal100.com. Everest College Online is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, which with the required work experience, makes graduates eligible to sit for the NFPA-PACE Exam and the NALA CLA Exam.

Paralegal Associate's Degree
Paralegal Bachelor's Degree

Everest College Campuses: Everest College Campuses offers paralegal programs at multiple locations in the United States. Everest College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The Everest College, Phoenix Campus is the only campus program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA).

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