Culture and Engagement at Dentons

Fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture is a core priority at Dentons. We are committed to creating an environment that values and respects the contributions of all colleagues. By attracting, supporting, promoting and retaining highly qualified individuals of various backgrounds and experiences, we strengthen our ability to provide innovative solutions, deliver exceptional client service, and advance the success of our Firm. Dentons takes an active approach to promoting a collaborative and inclusive workplace by investing in professional development and culture initiatives.

Responsibilities

The Firm is currently recruiting for a full-time Real Estate Paralegal to be based in our Chicago, New York, Phoenix or Washington, DC office. This position will support the Hospitality & Leisure practice group and will report to the Practice Group Leader, with daily work performed primarily under the direction of assigned practice group lawyers. Expected responsibilities will include:

• Perform and coordinate due diligence, including review of title commitments, surveys, zoning reports and underlying documents
• Assist in preparation and review of real estate conveyance and closing documents
• Coordinate closing of successful real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions and financings, debt and equity transactions; create and manage signature page packages and delivery of all documents and deliverables; confirm contents of appropriate closing checklists; handle recording requirements at closing; and create and assemble closing books with detailed indices
• Prepare, review and file UCC financing statements
• Order and evaluate UCC, lien, litigation and similar searches
• Handle entity formation and maintenance along with related filings
• Review and assemble officer's certificates, resolutions, organizational documents and other closing deliverables (familiarity with drafting such deliverables based on precedent and under attorney supervision preferred)
• Work on special assignments that may require conducting routine fact or legal research, preparing reports and handling associated filings
• Interface with firm clients and other outside entities regarding assigned matters
• Other duties as assigned

Position qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree required or Paralegal Certificate and equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of real estate experience required, preferably in a law firm setting, an in-house legal department or a title company
• Large and sophisticated transaction experience is preferred. Title and survey proficiency is required
• Hospitality experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision are essential
• Must have superior client service and communication skills
• Must have the ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Must have the ability to interact and work productively with all levels of lawyers, paraprofessionals and business services team members
• Must demonstrate strong verbal, written, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain discretion and privacy with confidential matters and documents
• Ability to recognize and comprehend facts and legal concepts
• Strong computer technical skills and demonstrated ability to learn new technologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF creation tool(s), document management software and Elite or other timekeeping software is required
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Equal Opportunities

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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