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Locations: Chicago, Denver, Irvine, New York, St. Louis
At BCLP, we’ve built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curious, inquisitive and unbound by tradition, we’re building change within our sector and beyond.
It starts with our people, which is why we need a
Real Estate Paralegal
to join our team. Under the management of the Associate Director of Paralegals and at the direction of the Real Estate Team Lead and Real Estate attorneys, this position will assist in rendering legal services in the area of commercial real estate and acquisitions, real estate finance, leasing, and real estate development.
Responsibilities
Providing various coordination efforts with respect to the documentation and closing of real estate transactions, including sales, purchases, leases, and mortgage financing
Reviewing title commitments, title documents and surveys
Creating, composing, and editing written material such as transaction documents, correspondence and/or legal documentation
Ensuring all pre-closing preparation, and post-closing follow up is properly completed in a timely manner
Performing legal research, which may include retrieval of statutes and regulations
Performing electronic research using Westlaw, Lexis and Internet
Recording documents with the various Recorder’s offices
Drafting documents and correspondence
Corresponding with clients and organizations, in writing, by telephone or electronic communications, as directed by the supervising attorney
Entering time and releasing it on a daily basis
Performing other duties as assigned
Skills and Experience Required
Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office programs
Proven ability to handle all support aspects of a commercial real estate transaction including title/survey review, due diligence, document drafting, and closing/post-closing procedures
Ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously and maintain organized files for voluminous transactions
Proven analytical and organizational skills and ability to pay very close attention to detail in an efficient manner
Ability to deal professionally and communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing with internal and external clients on all levels
Proven ability to problem solve, think independently and tackle projects with minimal supervision while maintaining timely and efficient organization
This position is in a critical needs area and may need to arrive early, stay late or work weekends with little or no notice
Requires the ability to regularly report to work on the days and times scheduled.
Ability to be flexible, handle pressure and adapt to changing work priorities, workflow and work assignments
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred
6-10 years’ experience with RE transactional work including title and survey projects.
Some travel could be required at times.
Pursuant to the pay transparency laws, BCLP is posting a reasonable estimate of a compensation range for this position. At the time of posting, the estimated California, Colorado, Illinois, and New York range is $120,000 to $150,000. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the level of relevant experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, market data, and other job related factors permitted by law. The range is based on a full-time work schedule. Additional compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus.
BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Firm strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or medical conditions related thereto), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The Firm also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status. The Firm complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on BCLP. Please inform the Firm's personnel representative if you need an accommodation to assist in completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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Locations: Chicago, Denver, Irvine, New York, St. Louis
At BCLP, we’ve built our firm on the foundations of thinking differently. Curious, inquisitive and unbound by tradition, we’re building change within our sector and beyond.
It starts with our people, which is why we need a
Real Estate Paralegal
to join our team. Under the management of the Associate Director of Paralegals and at the direction of the Real Estate Team Lead and Real Estate attorneys, this position will assist in rendering legal services in the area of commercial real estate and acquisitions, real estate finance, leasing, and real estate development.
Responsibilities
Providing various coordination efforts with respect to the documentation and closing of real estate transactions, including sales, purchases, leases, and mortgage financing
Reviewing title commitments, title documents and surveys
Creating, composing, and editing written material such as transaction documents, correspondence and/or legal documentation
Ensuring all pre-closing preparation, and post-closing follow up is properly completed in a timely manner
Performing legal research, which may include retrieval of statutes and regulations
Performing electronic research using Westlaw, Lexis and Internet
Recording documents with the various Recorder’s offices
Drafting documents and correspondence
Corresponding with clients and organizations, in writing, by telephone or electronic communications, as directed by the supervising attorney
Entering time and releasing it on a daily basis
Performing other duties as assigned
Skills and Experience Required
Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office programs
Proven ability to handle all support aspects of a commercial real estate transaction including title/survey review, due diligence, document drafting, and closing/post-closing procedures
Ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously and maintain organized files for voluminous transactions
Proven analytical and organizational skills and ability to pay very close attention to detail in an efficient manner
Ability to deal professionally and communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing with internal and external clients on all levels
Proven ability to problem solve, think independently and tackle projects with minimal supervision while maintaining timely and efficient organization
This position is in a critical needs area and may need to arrive early, stay late or work weekends with little or no notice
Requires the ability to regularly report to work on the days and times scheduled.
Ability to be flexible, handle pressure and adapt to changing work priorities, workflow and work assignments
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred
6-10 years’ experience with RE transactional work including title and survey projects.
Some travel could be required at times.
Pursuant to the pay transparency laws, BCLP is posting a reasonable estimate of a compensation range for this position. At the time of posting, the estimated California, Colorado, Illinois, and New York range is $120,000 to $150,000. Actual compensation will be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the level of relevant experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, internal equity, market data, and other job related factors permitted by law. The range is based on a full-time work schedule. Additional compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus.
BCLP is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Firm strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, military status, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or medical conditions related thereto), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The Firm also strictly prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any protected class or status. The Firm complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting applications for employment, including consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on BCLP. Please inform the Firm's personnel representative if you need an accommodation to assist in completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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