Paralegal - Real Estate (Hospitality and Leisure)

Phoenix, AZ
Full Time
Legal
Experienced
We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join the firm's Hospitality & Leisure practice group. This role is pivotal in supporting attorneys with complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and equity deals. The position reports directly to the Practice Group Leader and offers a hybrid work arrangement in one of the firm's offices located in Chicago, New York, Phoenix, or Washington, DC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct and coordinate due diligence, including reviewing title commitments, surveys, zoning reports, and related documents.
  • Assist in the preparation and review of real estate conveyance and closing documents.
  • Manage and coordinate the closing of complex real estate transactions, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed accurately and timely.
  • Prepare and file UCC financing statements; order and analyze related searches.
  • Facilitate entity formation and maintenance, including drafting and filing necessary documents.
  • Assemble officer's certificates, resolutions, organizational documents, and other closing deliverables.
  • Handle special assignments involving routine fact or legal research and associated filings.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s or Associate's degree, or Paralegal Certificate with equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of direct real estate experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or title company.
  • Proficiency in handling large and sophisticated transactions, including title and survey reviews.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong client service orientation and excellent communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF tools, document management software, and timekeeping software.
  • Willingness to work overtime as required.

Preferred:

  • Experience in the hospitality industry.
  • Experience working in a major law firm, in-house legal department, or large title company.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package, including:

  • Salary: $100,000 – $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
  • Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on performance.
  • Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with firm contributions and profit-sharing options.
  • Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy, including paid holidays.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continuing education and professional development.
  • Additional Benefits: Flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, and more
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