Commercial Real Estate Paralegal | Chicago | Hybrid

Godot Consulting Group•St. Charles, IL

1d•$100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

A leading firm specializing in commercial real estate is recruiting a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to assist attorneys throughout commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, sales, and leasing. The position involves conducting due diligence, drafting and reviewing documents, managing transactions from inception through closing, and maintaining organized files. The paralegal will work with a varied workload and is expected to be proactive, highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines. The description refers to a remote team and remote work arrangement, although the title also identifies the role as hybrid in Chicago.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience in commercial real estate.
Strong understanding of commercial leases, purchase agreements, and related documents.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced remote environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
Ability and willingness to be flexible with work hours when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough due diligence for commercial real estate transactions.
Draft, review, and edit transactional documents, including purchase agreements, leases, and amendments.
Coordinate and manage closing processes.
Organize and maintain electronic files with confidentiality and accuracy.
Assist with title reviews and resolution of title issues.
Monitor critical dates and provide reminders to the legal team.
Assist attorneys with commercial real estate acquisitions, sales, and leasing.
Manage transactions from inception through closing.