Real Estate Paralegal

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Paralegal to join our legal team, based in our Midwest office, with the flexibility to consider other regional locations on a case-by-case basis.

This position will support the Hospitality & Leisure practice group and report to the Senior Practice Director. Daily responsibilities will be primarily directed by assigned practice group attorneys.

The role is crucial to the successful execution of real estate transactions and related legal matters, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and review of real estate conveyance and closing documents.
• Perform and coordinate due diligence, including reviewing title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate the closing of real estate transactions, such as acquisitions, dispositions, and financings. This includes managing signature page packages, confirming checklist contents, and handling recording requirements.
• Prepare, review, and file UCC financing statements.
• Order and evaluate UCC, lien, litigation, and related searches.
• Manage entity formation and maintenance, including required filings.
• Review and assemble officer’s certificates, resolutions, organizational documents, and closing deliverables, with familiarity in drafting these under attorney supervision preferred.
• Create and assemble closing books with detailed indices.
• Handle special assignments involving routine fact or legal research, report preparation, and associated filings.
• Interface with clients and external parties on assigned matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree required, or a Paralegal Certificate with equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of real estate experience, preferably within a law firm, in-house legal department, or title company.
• Experience with large and complex transactions preferred. Proficiency in title and survey review required.
• Hospitality sector experience is a plus but not required.

Special Requirements

Ability to work overtime as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision.
• Superior client service and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF tools, document management software, and timekeeping software (such as Elite) is required.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain discretion with confidential matters and documents.
• Strong technical skills and an ability to quickly learn new software.

Additional Desired Characteristics

• Familiarity with drafting legal documents based on precedent under attorney supervision is preferred.
• Ability to work productively with all levels of lawyers, paraprofessionals, and business services team members.

Work Environment

• This position requires flexibility in working hours, including potential overtime.
• The role may involve travel on a case-by-case basis, depending on the needs of the practice group.

Other Duties

• This job description is not exhaustive. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
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