Senior Paralegal - Real Estate (Chicago)

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Michael Page in the U.S. seeks a Senior Paralegal - Real Estate to support real estate transactions, document prep, and case management.

Based in Boston, you will coordinate due diligence, draft documents, and keep files organized while collaborating with attorneys and clients. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of paralegal experience in real estate, strong knowledge of leases and purchase agreements, and familiarity with title and survey reviews.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of paralegal experience in real estate law.
• Strong understanding of leases and purchase agreements.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with title and survey reviews and due diligence.
• Excellent organizational and case management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with legal research tools.
• Collaborative mindset and team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review real estate documents (leases, purchase agreements, closings).
• Coordinate title and survey reviews and due diligence.
• Draft and file documents related to real estate transactions.
• Maintain and organize case files with up-to-date documentation.
• Communicate with clients, attorneys, and third parties to facilitate transactions.
• Support attorneys in managing deadlines and compliance.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries for case prep.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Real estate transactions

Communication

Organizational skills

Legal research tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Title & survey reviews

Job description

The Senior Paralegal - Real Estate will play a vital role by assisting with real estate transactions, document preparation, and case management. Based in Boston, this position requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in real estate law and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

This Big Law environment has offices all over the country and globally. They are ideally targeting candidates that come from global competitor firms. .

Description

• Prepare and review real estate documents, including leases, purchase agreements, and closing documents.
• Coordinate due diligence processes, including title and survey reviews.
• Assist in drafting and filing legal documents related to real estate transactions.
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Communicate with clients, attorneys, and third parties to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
• Support attorneys in managing deadlines and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries to assist with case preparation.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders on various real estate matters.

Profile

A successful Senior Paralegal - Real Estate should have:

• 6+ years of Paralegal experience in Real Estate law.
• Strong understanding of real estate transactions, including leases and purchase agreements.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Experience with title and survey reviews, as well as due diligence processes.
• Excellent organizational and case management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with legal research tools and techniques.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work well in a team environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range: $105,000 to $140,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401k with a matching percentage.
• Paid time off, sick time, and a comprehensive holiday schedule.

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