Hybrid Real Estate Paralegal - $80k-$100k + Benefits

Mack & Associates, Ltd.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Chicago is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join a collaborative team. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation within the $80,000–$100,000 range and a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will prepare documentation for transactions, manage due diligence, and coordinate with various parties to ensure smooth closings. A bachelor’s degree and substantial paralegal experience are required, along with strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least six years of substantial commercial real estate paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment.
• Notary Public certification.
• Familiarity with property recording practices and municipal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and organize documentation related to real estate transactions.
• Manage due diligence processes for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Review and summarize title work, surveys, and UCC searches.
• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and title companies for timely closings.
• Prepare closing checklists and manage pre-closing and post-closing tasks.
• Assist with entity formation for real estate matters.
• Provide general support throughout all phases of commercial real estate transactions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational ability

Time-management skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program

Job description

A prominent law firm in Chicago is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join a collaborative team. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation within the $80,000–$100,000 range and a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will prepare documentation for transactions, manage due diligence, and coordinate with various parties to ensure smooth closings. A bachelor’s degree and substantial paralegal experience are required, along with strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.