Albertelli Law (ALAW) is seeking a licensed South Dakota attorney to join our network as an Independent Contract Attorney supporting post-closing title review operations for residential real estate transactions.

The selected attorney will review post-closing title packages to confirm all requirements have been satisfied prior to issuance of an attorney title opinion. This role is ideal for attorneys seeking flexible, production-based work that can be completed remotely on their own schedule.

Position Summary

Following the closing of residential real estate transactions, the attorney will review standardized approval checklists, title search updates, recorded documents, and curative documentation to ensure compliance with South Dakota title requirements and underwriting standards.

Responsibilities

• Review post-closing title packages for accuracy and completeness
• Analyze title search updates, recorded documents, and curative items
• Verify all required conditions and checklist items have been satisfied
• Approve compliant files and provide attorney sign-off for issuance of title opinions
• Reject deficient files with clear corrective instructions for resubmission
• Maintain accuracy, organization, and timely turnaround of assigned files
• Communicate professionally with internal teams and title partners as needed

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in South Dakota required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Comfortable reviewing legal and real estate-related documentation
• Prior real estate, title, mortgage, or closing experience preferred but not required

Training & Support

ALAW provides comprehensive onboarding and training prior to assignment of live files, including document-by-document review processes and workflow guidance.

If you are licensed in South Dakota, we’ll teach you the rest!

Position Details

• Engagement Type: Independent Contractor
• Schedule: Flexible / Production-Based
• Location: Fully Remote
• Compensation: Per-file / Production-based compensation structure
• Hours: Work may be completed on your own schedule while meeting agreed-upon turnaround expectations