Real Estate Paralegal #ESF3935

ExpertHiring•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Prestigious Global Firm - Recognized as a leading international law firm with a strong reputation across key practice areas including corporate law, litigation, financial services, and real estate. High-Profile Client Exposure - Opportunity to work with Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, and innovative startups on complex, high-impact matters. Collaborative Culture - Known for a collegial and team-oriented environment where attorneys and staff are approachable, supportive, and invested in each other’s success. Career Growth & Development - Strong commitment to professional development through mentorship programs, training, and clear advancement opportunities. Diverse & Inclusive Workplace - Emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion with active initiatives and employee resource groups. Competitive Compensation & Benefits - Offers market-competitive salaries, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits packages. Cutting-Edge Work - Involvement in sophisticated, cross-border transactions and emerging areas such as fintech, cybersecurity, and structured finance. Work-Life Balance Focus - Promotes flexibility and well-being through supportive policies and a culture that values balance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and five or more years of progressive work experience in the real estate transactional area, preferably in a law firm environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Legal research knowledge and ability to use a law library are required.
Applicable knowledge, experience, and proficiency in title, survey, and zoning review and analysis, UCC searches and preparation, and lease abstracting.
Computer proficiency with experience and working knowledge of real estate-related databases, internet research, due diligence, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information.
Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish concise, detailed information in report format, written correspondence, e-mail, or verbally.
Exhibit a high degree of initiative with excellent analytical, technical, and critical-thinking skills requiring an aptitude for detail, precision, and logic.
Prepare real estate transactional documents and forms, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, and verifying numerical data on forms and documents.
Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, laser printer, telephone, photocopier, calculator, scanner, facsimile, etc.
Ability to occasionally retrieve and distribute files, written documentation, and copies, or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.
Comfortable with a flexible schedule including occasional after-hours email monitoring and responsiveness during peak periods or urgent matters.
Ability and availability to travel to other Firm locations when required.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited paralegal program is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support sophisticated, high-value commercial transactions involving multiple properties, financing structures, and tight deadlines.
Provide paralegal support and assistance to attorneys in the coordination, management, and supervision of all aspects of real estate transactions.
Review and analyze title commitments, policies, and underlying title documents.
Interpret and analyze ALTA surveys and zoning reports for transactional impact.
Review and summarize declarations, REAs, and CCRs for material restrictions or risks.
Proactively communicate and coordinate with third parties to finalize diligence matters on tight deadlines.
Prepare and/or review UCC Financing Statements.
Review and summarize UCC/lien/judgment searches.
Manage multiple active deals at different stages simultaneously.
Collaborate with other members of the National Due Diligence Team.
Coordinate and assist with documentation for closing and post-closing requirements.
Perform lease abstracting.
Identify and resolve diligence issues impacting closings.
Coordinate directly with title companies and third-party consultants.
Support complex commercial transactions.
Maintain up-to-date time reports to ensure accurate client billing.
Supervise the work performed by Project Assistant and/or Paralegal I and II staff on a case-by-case basis.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm's policies and applicable laws.
Interview, train, and provide input into the performance appraisal process.