Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

Location : Chicago, IL

Position Type : Full-Time

Experience Required : 5+ Years

About the Firm :

We are a dynamic, mid-sized law firm located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Our firm is known for delivering high-quality legal services with a collaborative and client-focused approach. We are seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to join our busy real estate practice group and support a team of attorneys on a broad range of commercial transactions.

Position Summary :

The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will be responsible for handling all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, from contract to closing, and will work closely with multiple attorneys across the practice. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills to manage complex tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, and manage real estate documents including purchase and sale agreements, leases, closing documents, and title / survey objections.
• Coordinate and facilitate all aspects of commercial real estate closings, including preparation of closing checklists, escrow instructions, and closing binders.
• Conduct title and survey reviews, identify issues, and work with title companies and surveyors to resolve objections.
• Order and review due diligence materials such as zoning reports, UCC searches, and environmental reports.
• Prepare and file corporate organizational documents, UCC financing statements, and other required filings.
• Assist with entity formation, good standing certifications, and related corporate documentation.
• Maintain organized transaction files and track deadlines.
• Liaise professionally with clients, title companies, lenders, and other external parties.
• Provide support to multiple attorneys simultaneously, effectively prioritizing competing demands.

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