Title Examiner - Law Graduates

EASTERN TITLE DIVISION

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.

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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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.

For California applicants, please click the following link to view our CCPA Applicant Notice

Old Republic Title is an Equal Opportunity Employer