CRE Paralegal: Leases & Negotiations

First-Industrial; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking a paralegal to support the Legal Department with leasing documents, contract reviews, and compliance tasks.

The role requires strong reading/writing, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with responsibilities including preparing drafts, lease abstracts, and managing deadlines. The position is full-time, on-site in Chicago, offering a salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 per year, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Requires strong reading and writing skills and ability to interpret legal documents.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal terminology is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare first drafts of leases, amendments and related documents; revise and finalize for execution.
• Abstract leases and review abstracts; perform lease administration duties and compliance tasks.
• Prepare default notices, notices to tenants, and other communications.
• Assist with management of company associations, including minutes and resolutions as needed.
• Review contracts to clarify interpretation issues and ensure policy compliance.
• Organize workload to meet deadlines and priorities.

Skills

Reading and writing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Legal terminology

Education

Paralegal certificate or college degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. in Chicago, IL is seeking a paralegal to support the Legal Department with leasing documents, contract reviews, and compliance tasks.

The role requires strong reading/writing, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, with responsibilities including preparing drafts, lease abstracts, and managing deadlines. The position is full-time, on-site in Chicago, offering a salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 per year, and opportunities for professional