Paralegal - Commercial Real Estate
Addison Group, Chicago, IL, United States
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid – 1 day onsite, downtown near Millennium Park)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Compensation Range: $90,000 – $100,000 / year
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including health coverage and up to
$300/month public transportation reimbursement .
About the Organization
A well-established Chicago-based commercial law firm is seeking a
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
to support a busy and growing real estate practice. The firm has a strong reputation in commercial real estate, finance, and litigation, and offers a collaborative environment with a modern office located in the heart of downtown Chicago near Millennium Park.
Due to increased deal activity, the practice is expanding and looking to add additional paralegal support to the team.
Position Summary The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys throughout the
entire real estate transaction lifecycle , including document preparation, due diligence review, and closing coordination. This role works closely with attorneys and senior paralegals to manage transaction documentation, coordinate closing processes, and ensure all pre‑ and post‑closing requirements are completed accurately and on time.
The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast‑paced legal environment.
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys with preparation and review of commercial real estate transactional documents
Prepare
UCC searches and filings , financing statements, releases, and transfer documents
Review and analyze
real estate surveys, title commitments, title policies, and underlying title documents
Support the full
closing process from start to finish , including assembling and organizing closing sets
Draft and edit transaction documents, loan documents, and correspondence
Maintain and organize documents within the firm’s document management system
Ensure all
pre‑closing preparation and post‑closing follow‑up tasks
are completed in a timely manner
Coordinate with attorneys and internal teams to track transaction progress and outstanding items
Required Qualifications
Minimum
3 years of experience as a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
(commercial transactions required; residential experience alone is not sufficient)
Experience managing
real estate transactions and closings from start to finish
Experience with
UCC searches and filings
Strong experience with legal
document management systems
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
and ability to quickly learn new systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting
multiple attorneys within a commercial real estate practice
Experience preparing and organizing complex
closing sets and transaction documentation
The expected salary range for this position is
$90,000 – $100,000 annually , depending on experience and qualifications.
Additional benefits may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to $300/month public transportation reimbursement
Paid time off and holidays
Hybrid work flexibility
Collaborative and professional law firm environment in downtown Chicago
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Compensation Range: $90,000 – $100,000 / year
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including health coverage and up to
$300/month public transportation reimbursement .
About the Organization
A well-established Chicago-based commercial law firm is seeking a
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
to support a busy and growing real estate practice. The firm has a strong reputation in commercial real estate, finance, and litigation, and offers a collaborative environment with a modern office located in the heart of downtown Chicago near Millennium Park.
Due to increased deal activity, the practice is expanding and looking to add additional paralegal support to the team.
Position Summary The Commercial Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys throughout the
entire real estate transaction lifecycle , including document preparation, due diligence review, and closing coordination. This role works closely with attorneys and senior paralegals to manage transaction documentation, coordinate closing processes, and ensure all pre‑ and post‑closing requirements are completed accurately and on time.
The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast‑paced legal environment.
Responsibilities
Assist attorneys with preparation and review of commercial real estate transactional documents
Prepare
UCC searches and filings , financing statements, releases, and transfer documents
Review and analyze
real estate surveys, title commitments, title policies, and underlying title documents
Support the full
closing process from start to finish , including assembling and organizing closing sets
Draft and edit transaction documents, loan documents, and correspondence
Maintain and organize documents within the firm’s document management system
Ensure all
pre‑closing preparation and post‑closing follow‑up tasks
are completed in a timely manner
Coordinate with attorneys and internal teams to track transaction progress and outstanding items
Required Qualifications
Minimum
3 years of experience as a Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
(commercial transactions required; residential experience alone is not sufficient)
Experience managing
real estate transactions and closings from start to finish
Experience with
UCC searches and filings
Strong experience with legal
document management systems
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
and ability to quickly learn new systems
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting
multiple attorneys within a commercial real estate practice
Experience preparing and organizing complex
closing sets and transaction documentation
The expected salary range for this position is
$90,000 – $100,000 annually , depending on experience and qualifications.
Additional benefits may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to $300/month public transportation reimbursement
Paid time off and holidays
Hybrid work flexibility
Collaborative and professional law firm environment in downtown Chicago
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
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