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Robert Half Commercial Real Estate Paralegal in Chicago, Illinois
Description
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a mid-sized boutique transactional law firm in the loop who is looking to hire a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal with 4+ years of commercial real estate transaction experience to join their team. The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will assist attorneys in handling a broad range of commercial real estate transactions in connection with acquisitions, leases, development projects, dispositions, and financing matters. This position is paying between $85-120K base salary plus a strong annual bonus. In addition, the company offers a highly flexible hybrid WFH schedule (2x per week WFH) with a comprehensive benefits package including: M/D/V, generous PTO, 401(k) + match, LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, pre-tax commuter benefits, and more.
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal Responsibilities:
Prepare and update due diligence checklists.
Conduct comprehensive title and survey reviews, prepare summaries, and draft objection letters
Draft, review, and revise real estate transaction documents, including leases, loan documents, deeds, and related conveyance instruments
Draft, review, and update organizational and entity governance documents
Perform and analyze UCC, judgment, and lien searches
Coordinate, organize, and compile signature pages for transaction closings
Liaise directly with clients and third parties to manage due diligence, closing, and funding processes
Record documents electronically and in paper form, as required
Manage the preparation, assembly, and distribution of closing binders and other post-closing deliverables
How to Apply:
For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com
Requirements
Bachelor Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred
Minimum of 4+ years of experience handling commercial real estate transactions
Strong experience handling title, survey, and preparing closing documents
Experience conducting due diligence for complex commercial real estate transactions
How to Apply:
For immediate consideration, please email your resume directly to Justin Rambert, VP - Permanent Placement at justin . rambert @ robert half com
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