Job Title
Real Estate Paralegal
Firm
Levenfeld Pearlstein
Location
Illinois-Chicago
Description
Real Estate Paralegal Firm Overview Levenfeld Pearlstein (LP) is a forward thinking law firm widely recognized as an industry thought leader. Our clients include entrepreneurs, middle-market public and private companies, and high-net worth individuals. There are eight distinct legal practice areas, each with unique subsets and market needs. Our strategic advantage is The LP Way™ – a model for creating an unparalleled client experience at an exceptional value. To understand LP, is to know the 5 steps of the LP Way. The Opportunity We are seeking a paralegal to support its Real Estate Practice Group. LP’s real estate group represents clients ranging from mid-sized companies to large national and global companies in the acquisition and disposition of commercial, industrial, multi-family, manufactured housing and retail properties. The group has robust commercial leasing, joint venture and development practices. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience with acquisitions, dispositions and financing in all practice areas. As well as excellent communication and technical skills and thrive in a team environment, while still possessing independence, initiative and drive. Key Responsibilities: Supports transactions including: Review contracts/purchase & sale agreements, calculate critical dates (and utilize docket to track same) Prepare closing checklists, calculate critical dates and maintain both as the transaction progresses Review title, survey and zoning; prepare objection notices and response letters; experience with clearing title matters and knowledge of ALTA survey standards Research and facilitate local requirements and tax clearance/bulk sales Preparation of estoppels and SNDAs Prepare and review closing documents Due diligence process including ordering, reviewing and summarizing searches Lease review and abstracts Preparation and filing of UCC Financing Statements Prepare for, coordinate and facilitate all aspects of closings with client, title companies and lenders Oversees preparation of electronic closing binders Effectively utilizes the firm’s docketing system to track matters Communicates with clients and third parties throughout the course of a matter Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate Minimum 5-7 years of relevant real estate transactional and finance experience (will consider less experience for otherwise qualified candidate) Superior oral and written communication skills Strong technical skills (Knowledge of Microsoft Office, iManage and ProLaw is a plus) Excellent attention to detail Excellent time management skills and ability to adjust to changing project priorities in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment Ability to delegate appropriate tasks A demonstrated commitment to providing superior client service Must be able to work occasional overtime as needed Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees in a harassment-free environment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, alienage, or veteran status.
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Updated
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Position
Paralegal
Practice Areas
Real Estate
Experience
5 to 7 years
Employer Type
Law Firm