Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

Min 8 yrs required

No

Real Estate Paralegal - Support the Real Estate Group with commercial real estate transactions, working on behalf of purchasers, sellers, lenders, and borrowers. High-profile position with direct interface with attorneys, clients, vendors, and opposing counsel.

Salary Information: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Experience: At least 8+ years of paralegal or related experience involving commercial real estate preferred; knowledge of finance transactions preferred.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred
- Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines

Responsibilities:

- Complete full title and survey review and synopsis, draft objection letters
- Draft closing documentation and assist with due diligence items
- Create and maintain due diligence checklists and timelines
- Prepare and review UCC financing statements
- Handle closing and post-closing matters independently and in connection with sophisticated real estate, real estate finance, and corporate finance matters
- Work with title companies and surveyors to eliminate title and survey issues
- Draft and/or review closing and escrow instruction letters for compliance
- Prepare and distribute closing binders/sets
- Assist in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong research and writing skills
- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime
- Ability to work under pressure on time-sensitive projects
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work independently
- High level of attention to detail

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

**Members Only** is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Vedder Price's Chicago office is seeking a highly experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join our team. This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits. As a Paralegal, you will support the Real Estate Group with commercial real estate transactions, working on behalf of purchasers, sellers, lenders, and borrowers. This is a high-profile role that involves direct interface with attorneys, clients, vendors, and opposing counsel.

Responsibilities:

- Review and summarize titles and surveys, draft objection letters
- Assist with due diligence items and prepare closing documentation
- Create and maintain due diligence checklists and timelines
- Review and prepare UCC financing statements
- Handle closing and post-closing matters independently and in connection with sophisticated real estate, real estate finance, and corporate finance matters
- Communicate with title companies and surveyors to resolve any issues
- Draft and review closing and escrow instruction letters for compliance
- Prepare and distribute closing binders/sets
- Assist in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred
- At least 8+ years of paralegal or related experience involving commercial real estate preferred; knowledge of finance transactions preferred
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong research and writing skills
- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime
- Ability to multitask and work independently
- High level of attention to detail

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

**Members Only** is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Real Estate Paralegal - Support the Real Estate Group with Commercial Transactions in Chicago

Are you an experienced Paralegal with a strong background in commercial real estate? Vedder Price's Chicago office is seeking a skilled Real Estate Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will work on behalf of purchasers, sellers, lenders, and borrowers, and have the opportunity to work on high-profile transactions with direct interface with attorneys, clients, vendors, and opposing counsel.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a supportive and diverse work environment. If you have at least 8 years of experience in commercial real estate and a strong attention to detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

- Review and summarize titles and surveys, draft objection letters
- Assist with due diligence items and prepare closing documentation
- Create and maintain due diligence checklists and timelines
- Review and prepare UCC financing statements
- Handle closing and post-closing matters independently and in connection with sophisticated real estate, real estate finance, and corporate finance matters
- Communicate with title companies and surveyors to resolve any issues
- Draft and review closing and escrow instruction letters for compliance
- Prepare and distribute closing binders/sets
- Assist in all aspects of commercial real estate transactions

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred
- At least 8+ years of paralegal or related experience involving commercial real estate preferred; knowledge of finance transactions preferred
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong research and writing skills
- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime
- Ability