A Chicago law firm is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join its collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality service across a wide range of residential real estate matters. This opportunity offers an exceptional work-life balance, with a competitive salary of $70,000–$80,000, a 35-hour workweek, consistent 9:00 AM–5:00 PM office hours, and a flexible hybrid schedule that alternates between two and three in-office days per week. The firm also offers the flexibility to travel and work remotely for a week or two at a time, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance and generous PTO. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional seeking a rewarding role that prioritizes both career development and personal flexibility.
Key Responsibilities of the Real Estate Paralegal:
- Prepare, review, and organize documentation related to residential real estate transactions, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, deeds, and closing binders.
- Manage due diligence processes, including tracking and compiling necessary materials for residential property acquisitions, dispositions, and financing matters.
- Review and summarize title work, surveys, and UCC searches; assist with drafting objection or clarification correspondence.
- Coordinate with attorneys, clients, title companies, lenders, and other parties to ensure efficient and timely closings.
- Prepare closing checklists and manage pre-closing and post-closing tasks.
- Assist with entity formation and maintenance for residential real estate matters, including obtaining EINs and certificates of good standing.
- Provide general support throughout all phases of residential real estate transactions.
Qualifications of the Real Estate Paralegal:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program.
- At least six years of substantial residential real estate paralegal experience gained in a law firm or corporate legal environment.
- Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational ability, and effective time-management skills.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Notary Public certification.
- Familiarity with property recording practices, municipal procedures, and related regulatory steps.
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Real Estate Paralegal (Chicago) in chicago at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and able to be worked remotely.