Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Illinois
Category: Administrative
Reference ID: 10070360
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/v2iLkG
Job Title:
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Location (city, state):
Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite per week)
Industry:
Legal / Law Firm
Compensation:
$110,000 – $120,000 annually + overtime and bonus eligibility
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (35-hour work week) with additional hours as needed
Benefits:
This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
About Our Client:
Addison Group is partnering with a well-established law firm seeking a skilled Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join their team. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a flexible hybrid schedule and strong potential for long-term growth. The firm offers a collaborative environment, manageable billable expectations, and exposure to sophisticated real estate transactions.
Job Description:
The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys in handling a variety of real estate transactions from start to finish. This role involves coordinating deal logistics, managing documentation, and assisting with due diligence efforts across multiple matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with drafting and reviewing purchase agreements and other real estate transaction documents
- Track key dates and maintain transaction checklists throughout the lifecycle of deals
- Analyze title reports, surveys, and zoning documents; help resolve related issues
- Support due diligence efforts by ordering, reviewing, and summarizing reports and searches
- Prepare closing materials and coordinate with lenders, title companies, and other parties
- Draft and file UCC financing statements and related documentation
- Review lease agreements and prepare abstracts as needed
- Facilitate closing processes and compile electronic closing binders
- Maintain accurate records using internal systems and communicate updates to stakeholders
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of experience as a commercial real estate paralegal within a law firm environment
- Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate required
- Hands-on experience with real estate transactions, including leases, title review, and UCC filings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High level of accuracy and strong organizational abilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with document management systems (e.g., iManage) and Adobe is a plus
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Stable work history preferred
Additional Details:
- Direct Hire Role
- Start date: ASAP
- Hybrid schedule with approximately 10 in-office days per month
- Non-exempt role with overtime eligibility
- Annual billable expectation around 1,400 hours
Perks:
- Flexible hybrid work environment
- Opportunity for long-term placement and career advancement
- Exposure to high-level commercial real estate transactions
- Supportive and team-oriented workplace culture
| Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. |
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