Commercial Real Estate Paralegal

LHH is looking for a Commercial Real Estate Transactions Paralegal (Attorney Considered as well)

Location: Chicago preferred | Seattle considered | Hybrid (2–3 days in office)

A vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on open‑air retail assets is seeking a Commercial Real Estate Transactions Paralegal to partner closely with the General Counsel, Legal team, and Transactions team. Licensed attorneys with strong CRE retail experience are encouraged to apply; senior paralegals with 5+ years of relevant experience will also be considered.

Chicago‑based candidates are strongly preferred due to the firm’s retail concentration, though Seattle candidates may be considered. Hybrid work (2–3 days in office) is preferred to support collaboration and relationship‑building; remote flexibility may be available for the right candidate.

This is a high‑impact position responsible for managing the full lifecycle of commercial real estate transactions—from structuring and documentation through due diligence, closing, and post‑closing matters. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on retail CRE experience and thrives in a fast‑paced, deal‑driven environment.

• Draft, review, and revise purchase and sale agreements, deeds, closing statements, and related commercial real estate documents
• Manage due diligence, including title and survey review, zoning and environmental reports, and compliance with contractual requirements
• Coordinate and organize closings, including document execution and fund transfers
• Serve as liaison among legal team, lenders, title companies, external counsel, and internal stakeholders
• Prepare and maintain closing binders and organized transaction files
• Track and manage post‑closing obligations, recordings, and follow‑up items
• Provide regular status updates to legal and transaction teams

• Licensed attorney preferred; senior paralegal with 5+ years of commercial real estate transactional experience strongly considered
• Experience in retail CRE required
• Law firm background valued for its rigor; candidates from REITs or commercial real estate companies also welcome
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously
• Strong technical proficiency with transaction management systems and advanced document preparation
• Excellent communication skills, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
• Base salary: $100,000–$150,000 (for paralegal level; compensation will align with experience and credentials)
• Eligible for discretionary bonus
• Hybrid schedule (2–3 days in office preferred)
• Generous PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• 11 paid holidays

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