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. 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 Required: 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. Job Posted by ApplicantPro