Real Estate Paralegal
Job Description
A prominent law firm in the heart of Chicago is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal. The ideal candidate will join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality service across a wide range of commercial and residential real estate matters. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation within the $80,000–$100,000 range while providing the opportunity to support a dynamic and sophisticated real estate practice. This position also offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to medical and dental insurance as well as generous PTO, making it an exceptional opportunity for a driven professional looking to grow in a fast-paced and impactful environment.
Key Responsibilities of the Real Estate Paralegal:
- Prepare, review, and organize documentation related to real estate transactions, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, deeds, and closing binders.
- Manage due diligence processes, including tracking and compiling necessary materials for acquisitions, dispositions, and financing matters.
- Review and summarize title work, surveys, and UCC searches; assist with drafting objection or clarification correspondence.
- Coordinate with attorneys, clients, title companies, lenders, and other parties to ensure efficient and timely closings.
- Prepare closing checklists and manage pre-closing and post-closing tasks.
- Assist with entity formation and maintenance for real estate matters, including obtaining EINs and certificates of good standing.
- Provide general support throughout all phases of commercial real estate transactions.
Qualifications of the Real Estate Paralegal:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program.
- At least six years of substantial commercial real estate paralegal experience gained in a law firm or corporate legal environment.
- Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational ability, and effective time-management skills.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Notary Public certification.
- Familiarity with property recording practices, municipal procedures, and related regulatory steps.
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