• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #2981
• Salary: $100,000 - $130,000

Real Estate Paralegal – Hospitality & Leisure Practice

Our client, a leading law firm, is seeking a full-time Real Estate Paralegal to support its Hospitality & Leisure practice group. This position can be based in Chicago, New York, Phoenix, or Washington, DC, and will report to the Practice Group Leader, with day-to-day direction provided by assigned attorneys.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and coordinate due diligence, including review of title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and related documentation.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing real estate conveyance and closing documents.
• Manage all aspects of real estate closings for acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and equity transactions, including:
  • Preparing signature page packages
  • Managing document delivery
  • Ensuring checklist compliance
  • Handling recording requirements
  • Assembling detailed closing books
• Prepare, review, and file UCC financing statements.
• Order and analyze UCC, lien, litigation, and similar searches.
• Handle entity formation and maintenance, including related filings.
• Review and compile officer’s certificates, resolutions, organizational documents, and other closing deliverables (drafting experience preferred).
• Conduct legal and factual research for special assignments and prepare related reports and filings.
• Communicate with clients and external parties regarding assigned matters.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree, or a Paralegal Certificate with equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of real estate experience, ideally in a law firm, in-house legal department, or title company.
• Experience with large, complex transactions and proficiency in title and survey review is required.
• Hospitality industry experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Excellent client service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF tools, document management systems, and timekeeping software (e.g., Elite).

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $100,000 – $130,000, depending on experience. Our client offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) and profit sharing
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off and holidays
• Discretionary bonuses