Real Estate Paralegal

POSITION: Real Estate Paralegal

LOCATION: Chicago, NY, DC or Phoenix

HOURS: WFH 2 days per week

COMPENSATION: $100,000 to $180,000

Real Estate Paralegal | Global Law Firm | Chicago, NY, DC or Phoenix Our highly prestigious and awarded Global AMLAW 50 firm client is hiring an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to work out of their NY, Chicago, DC or Phoenix offices. This position will support the Hospitality & Leisure practice group and will report to the Practice Group Leader, with daily work performed primarily under the direction of assigned practice group lawyers. This role is hybrid and will allow 2 days of work from home. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary and benefit package.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform and coordinate due diligence, including review of title commitments, surveys, zoning reports and underlying documents
• Assist in preparation and review of real estate conveyance and closing documents
• Coordinate closing of successful real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions and financings, debt and equity transactions; create and manage signature page packages and delivery of all documents and deliverables; confirm contents of appropriate closing checklists; handle recording requirements at closing; and create and assemble closing books with detailed indices
• Prepare, review and file UCC financing statements
• Order and evaluate UCC, lien, litigation and similar searches
• Handle entity formation and maintenance along with related filings
• Review and assemble officer's certificates, resolutions, organizational documents and other closing deliverables (familiarity with drafting such deliverables based on precedent and under attorney supervision preferred)
• Work on special assignments that may require conducting routine fact or legal research, preparing reports and handling associated filings
• Interface with firm clients and other outside entities regarding assigned matters
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or associate Degree required or Paralegal Certificate and equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of real estate experience required, preferably in a law firm setting, an in-house legal department or a title company
• Large and sophisticated transaction experience is preferred. Title and survey proficiency is required
• Hospitality experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision are essential
• Must have superior client service and communication skills
• Must have the ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Must have the ability to interact and work productively with all levels of lawyers, paraprofessionals and business services team members
• Must demonstrate strong verbal, written, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and privacy with confidential matters and documents
• Ability to recognize and comprehend facts and legal concepts
• Strong computer technical skills and demonstrated ability to learn new technologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF creation tool(s), document management software and Elite or other timekeeping software is required
• Ability to work overtime as needed

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Excellent writing skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others.
• A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job.
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion.