Real Estate / Title Attorney

Kentucky Real Estate / Title Attorney
Location: Elizabethtown, Kentucky (Office-based)
Employment Type: Full-Time

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Kentucky-licensed attorney to join our escrow and title company as a Real Estate / Title Attorney. This position plays a critical role in supporting residential and commercial real estate transactions, ensuring legal compliance, resolving title issues, and conducting or supervising closings in accordance with Kentucky law.

The ideal candidate is a practical, transaction-focused attorney who is comfortable working closely with escrow officers, lenders, real estate professionals, and consumers in a fast-paced closing environment. This position will work out of our Elizabethtown office and will report directly to our Elizabethtown Market President.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct and/or supervise residential and commercial real estate closings in Kentucky
• Review title searches, commitments, and exceptions; resolve title defects and curative issues
• Ensure compliance with Kentucky real estate law, Kentucky Department of Insurance regulations, RESPA, and TRID
• Review and explain closing documents, including deeds, mortgages, settlement statements, and affidavits
• Provide legal guidance to escrow and title staff on complex or escalated transactions
• Communicate with lenders, real estate agents, underwriters, and clients regarding legal and title matters
• Support underwriting decisions, risk management, and claims prevention efforts
• Assist with audits, regulatory examinations, and internal compliance initiatives
• Provide training and legal guidance to internal staff as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

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• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Kentucky
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Kentucky real estate law, title, escrow, or closing practice
• Strong knowledge of Kentucky real property law and closing procedures
• Ability to independently manage closings and resolve complex title issues

Preferred:

• Experience working with a title insurance agency or underwriter
• Commercial real estate transaction experience
• Familiarity with Kentucky recording practices across multiple counties

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong legal judgment with a business-minded approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple files and deadlines
• Client-focused and comfortable in a consumer-facing role
• Collaborative and solutions-oriented

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus or per-closing compensation opportunities (if applicable)
• Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• CLE reimbursement and professional development support
• Stable, professional work environment with long-term growth potential

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their Kentucky real estate experience through our online Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ApplicantPRO.