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Beacon Hill · 1 day ago

Commercial Real Estate Paralegal - Chicago

Beacon Hill is a mid-sized law firm seeking a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal to support their legal team. The role involves providing comprehensive paralegal support for various commercial real estate transactions, ensuring accuracy and organization throughout the process.

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Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive paralegal support across all phases of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financings, and development matters
Support transactions from initial drafting through closing and post-closing, ensuring accuracy, organization, and adherence to deadlines
Review, analyze, and summarize title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and other due diligence materials, and coordinate resolution of title and survey issues
Assist attorneys with the preparation, review, and organization of transaction documents, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, loan documents, easements, and closing deliverables
Manage closing logistics and mechanics, including preparing and maintaining closing checklists, coordinating signatures, and liaising with clients, lenders, and opposing counsel
Handle post-closing tasks, including recording, document distribution, and maintenance of transaction files
Communicate and coordinate with third parties as needed, including title companies, surveyors, lenders, opposing counsel, and regulatory agencies
Track and manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced law firm environment
Serve as a key resource to attorneys by proactively identifying issues and supporting efficient deal execution

Qualification

Commercial real estate experienceTitleSurvey reviewReal estate due diligenceTransaction supportIndependent workCollaboration skills

Required

Minimum of 10 years of commercial real estate experience, gained in a law firm environment
Strong background supporting commercial real estate transactions
Advanced knowledge of title and survey review and real estate due diligence
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and clients

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations

Company

Beacon Hill

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Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Amber Leslie
Executive Assistant to CEO
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Amy Van Sicklin
Chief Culture Officer
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