Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
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
• Bachelor’s degree required
• 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
• Paralegal Certificate
• Experience supporting multiple attorneys within a commercial real estate practice
• Experience preparing and organizing complex closing sets and transaction documentation
Compensation & Benefits
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.