Senior Paralegal

Talently; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently in New York, NY is seeking a Senior Paralegal to join our expanding legal team. The role offers ownership over work and a clear pathway to leadership within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

You will support corporate governance and real estate transactions, draft and review legal documents, and manage deal timelines, closings, and due diligence. A dynamic, growth-focused firm awaits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate paralegal experience
• Extensive governance and entity management experience
• Registered Paralegal certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support the legal team in corporate governance, real estate transactions, and other legal matters
• Draft, review, and edit legal documents
• Support corporate and real estate transactions, including closings, due diligence, document execution, and delivery
• Track deal timelines, closing checklists, and open action items
• Prepare entity formation, governance, and other corporate documents
• Maintain legal files, records, templates, databases, and transaction materials

Skills

Paralegal experience

Corporate governance

Job description

Location: New York, NY - 4 days onsite per week

Salary: $120K to $140K, plus bonus

About the Company / Opportunity:

We are a leading real estate firm with a national presence and a team of over 2,000 employees. As we expand our legal operations, we are looking to hire a talented Senior Paralegal to join our team. This role offers a high level of ownership over your work and a pathway to leadership within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the legal team in all aspects of corporate governance, real estate transactions, and other legal matters.
• Draft, review, and edit legal documents.
• Support corporate and real estate transactions, including closings, due diligence, document execution, and delivery.
• Track deal timelines, closing checklists, and open action items.
• Prepare entity formation, governance, and other corporate documents.
• Maintain legal files, records, templates, databases, and transaction materials.

Must-Have Skills:

• 5+ years of corporate paralegal experience
• Extensive experience in corporate governance and entity management

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Registered Paralegal certification
• Prior mentorship or leadership experience

This is a great opportunity for a motivated legal professional looking to grow within a dynamic and expanding company.