Paralegal - Real Estate transactions

Double; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal services company is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Real Estate Transactions Paralegal in Chicago. This role involves preparing closing documents, coordinating with legal parties, and ensuring timely transactions, requiring substantial knowledge of Illinois real estate processes.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in real estate transactions.
• Familiarity with Chicago-specific contract practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice management systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review closing documents for real estate transactions.
• Coordinate with attorneys, title companies, and lenders.
• Manage client communications and maintain detailed profiles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal practice management software

Title and escrow software

Job description

Description

Zirtual is a work-life balanced company that offers law firms practice area specific, experienced virtual paralegals. Our US-based paralegals strive to meet and exceed attorney-client needs and expectations. Zirtual offers paralegals in every practice area and state, both transactional and litigation.

Description

Zirtual is a work-life balanced company that offers law firms practice area specific, experienced virtual paralegals. Our US-based paralegals strive to meet and exceed attorney-client needs and expectations. Zirtual offers paralegals in every practice area and state, both transactional and litigation.

Our paralegals are vital members of Zirtual. The paralegal is the main point of contact with their assigned client(s) and will work independently with the law firms. The paralegal will receive support from their assigned Account Supervisor, who will assist the paralegal & law firm relationship with plan modifications, questions, feedback on quality, delegation and collaboration best practices, and more.

The paralegal will provide a high-level professional service by working on tasks and projects as assigned by the client, and ensuring they are executed on time and to the highest level of quality. The paralegal is responsible for being the main point of contact for their assigned client(s), and being familiar with each clients’ needs and preferences.

The paralegal must have consistent and proactive communication with clients and the Account Supervisors. Paralegals are expected to be available for clients during business hours as agreed upon with each client, but around-the-clock availability is not expected. Paralegals ensure time is entered on a daily basis using a provided tool, respond to all communication within a mutually established response time expectation tailored to each client’s needs, maintain detailed and up-to-date client profiles, and follow Zirtual's best practices for success.

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Real Estate Transactions Paralegal. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in the Illinois real estate process, with a strong preference for familiarity with Chicago-specific procedures and title practices. This role involves preparing and reviewing closing documents, coordinating with attorneys, title companies, and lenders, and ensuring smooth, timely transactions from contract to close.

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program strongly preferred
• 2–5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in real estate transactions, preferably in Illinois
• Experience handling both residential and/or commercial real estate transactions in the Chicago market is a strong plus
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with legal practice management and document management systems (e.g., Clio, NetDocuments, Worldox)
• Experience using title and escrow software such as Qualia, SoftPro, or RamQuest
• Comfortable with Cook County Recorder and e-recording platforms (e.g., Simplifile)
  
  

Knowledge & Abilities

• Deep understanding of the Illinois real estate process, especially Chicago-specific contract practices, municipal transfer requirements, and customary closing procedures
• Ability to prepare and review contracts, deeds, ALTA settlement statements, loan packages, closing disclosures, and title commitments
• Skilled in clearing title issues, reviewing surveys, and coordinating municipal inspections, water certifications, and zoning compliance (where applicable)
• Strong working knowledge of the Chicago Title and Trust system (CTT) and local title company procedures
• Able to manage closing checklists and coordinate with attorneys, lenders, title companies, brokers, and clients
• Exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple files simultaneously
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Proactive, independent worker
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work efficiently in a remote environment
  
  

Benefits

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• You will be compensated as a 1099 independent contractor.
• This is a remote position

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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