Commercial Real Estate & Corporate Paralegal

Real Estate & Corporate Paralegal

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $80,000 - $115,000 per year

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Real Estate & Corporate Paralegal to join a growing legal team in Chicago. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to support sophisticated real estate transactions and corporate matters while working alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate deeds, closing documents, escrow instructions, and other transactional documents
• Conduct title and survey review for commercial and residential real estate transactions
• Assist with due diligence efforts and transaction management
• File UCC financing statements and perform corporate searches
• Order title commitments, lien searches, litigation searches, and certificates of good standing
• Support formation and maintenance of corporate entities, LLCs, and partnerships
• Prepare organizational documents, annual filings, and EIN applications
• Draft, edit, format, and redline legal documents
• Maintain accurate electronic records and document management systems

Qualifications

• 3+ years of real estate and/or corporate paralegal experience
• Experience with title review, surveys, closings, and loan documentation
• Prior law firm, title company, or financial institution experience required
• Bachelor's degree required
• Paralegal certificate preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $80,000 - $115,000 annually
• Hybrid work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

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Real Estate Paralegal, Corporate Paralegal, Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, UCC Filings, Title Review, Due Diligence, Transactional Paralegal, Hybrid Legal Jobs, Chicago Paralegal Jobs, Illinois Legal Jobs, Corporate Law, Real Estate Law, Legal Assistant.

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year

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