Real Estate Attorney

Local Investment Firm seeks licensed Illinois attorney to handle a range of real estate legal matters. The successful candidate for this position will join a lean, dynamic team with direct responsibility for providing corporate, transactional and litigation legal support to Investment Firms variety of real estate investments. The candidate will be responsible for foreclosure default servicing, landlord tenant, real estate transaction and litigation matters. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Provide legal representation and counsel to Investor Client.
• Conduct legal research and review documents to support client matters.
• Draft, finalize, and file legal pleadings.  Represent Investor Client in state court matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant statutes.
• Manage multiple tasks and deliver timely follow-up to clients.
• Participate in all Continuing Legal Education training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Desire to provide superior work product and client service.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Team player with ability to work independently, prioritize and multi-task.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Compensation: $120,000–$150,000 based upon experience
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, PTO, sick/family leave, CLE/career development