Title Examiner - Commercial/Residential

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.

Why Join Us?

• 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

What You'll Do

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

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) strongly preferred

• 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

Valuable Experience

• Real Estate Law

• Property Law

• Probate or Estate Administration

• Legal Research

• Title Examination

• Paralegal Work

• Judicial Clerkships

• Real Estate Transactions

• Trust and Estate Matters

What Makes You Successful

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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