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Naples, Florida, United States
Onsite
Job Description:
Are you a recent law school graduate or legal professional looking to apply your legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic real estate environment?
Old Republic Title is seeking a Commercial/Residential Title Examiner to join our growing team in Naples, Florida. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a Juris Doctor (J.D.), an interest in real estate and property law, or individuals looking to build a long-term career outside of traditional legal practice. In this role, you'll investigate property ownership, analyze legal records, resolve title issues, and help facilitate complex commercial and residential real estate transactions. If you enjoy research, critical thinking, and solving complex legal puzzles, this position offers a unique opportunity to apply your legal education in a business-focused setting while learning from experienced title and underwriting professionals.
This position is fully onsite in our Naples, FL office.
Apply your legal education in a practical, business-oriented environment
Gain exposure to commercial and residential real estate transactions
Work with deeds, easements, probate matters, trusts, judgments, and other legal documents
Develop expertise in title insurance, real estate law, and property ownership
Collaborate with experienced underwriters, title professionals, and attorneys
Stable industry with strong long-term career prospects
Opportunity for career growth into senior examination, underwriting, legal, and operational leadership roles
Learn a highly specialized skill set that combines law, real estate, and risk analysis
As a Commercial/Residential Title Examiner, you'll conduct research and analysis to determine property ownership, identify title issues, and ensure accurate title commitments for commercial and residential transactions.
Responsibilities include:
Reviewing public records and legal documents related to real property ownership
Analyzing chains of title to identify ownership interests, defects, encumbrances, and risks
Researching deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, easements, leases, trusts, probate records, and court filings
Evaluating estate, probate, and heirship matters impacting property ownership
Reviewing legal descriptions and supporting property records
Identifying and helping resolve title defects and curative matters
Preparing title commitments and supporting title documentation
Interpreting underwriting guidelines and title standards
Collaborating with escrow, underwriting, and closing teams to facilitate transactions
Responding to questions from attorneys, lenders, customers, and internal stakeholders
Recent law school graduates are encouraged to apply
Interest in real estate law, property law, probate, trusts, or title insurance
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Ability to interpret legal documents and statutes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technology platforms
Real Estate Law
Property Law
Probate or Estate Administration
Legal Research
Title Examination
Paralegal Work
Judicial Clerkships
Real Estate Transactions
Trust and Estate Matters
The ideal candidate is naturally curious, analytical, and enjoys solving complex ownership and legal issues. You are someone who:
Enjoys researching and interpreting legal records
Thrives on solving challenging problems
Has strong critical-thinking abilities
Pays close attention to detail
Communicates professionally and effectively
Takes initiative and works independently
Enjoys collaborating with others in a team-oriented environment
Wants to build specialized expertise in real estate and title matters
If you're looking for an opportunity to leverage your legal education in a growing field that combines law, real estate, and business, we'd love to hear from you.
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Benefits may include:
Comprehensive medical, prescriptions, dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with a discretionary company match
Shareholder Purchase and Reinvestment Plan
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance premium paid by the company
Voluntary supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses and dependent children
Fertility and Family Building Benefits
Paid Disability benefits
Paid time off programs
11 Company paid holidays per year
Flexible spending account
Health savings account (available to High Deductible Health Plan participants only)
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Accident Insurance
Title insurance policies and certain escrow services for the employee’s primary personal residence at no charge
Transportation benefit plan for mass transit, parking and vanpool, in several markets
Note: If you currently are employed by Old Republic Title (or one of its wholly owned affiliated companies) please get in touch with your human resources representative regarding the application process.
Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer