Sidley Austin LLP
Overview
Sidley is seeking an experienced Title and Survey Paralegal to join its Real Estate practice group. The Title & Survey Paralegal supports attorneys in the Real Estate Practice Group, focusing on the review and analysis of title insurance commitments and surveys, coordination with title and survey vendors, and the drafting of legal descriptions for documents to be recorded. The paralegal will play a critical role in ensuring title and survey integrity for complex commercial real estate transactions. Recruiting Location
US-NY-New York | US-CA-Los Angeles | US-IL-Chicago | US-FL-Miami | US-DC-Washington D.C. Department
Paralegal & Project Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
Review and summarize title commitments and underlying documents; identify exceptions, liens, easements, and encumbrances for further review. Coordinate with title companies regarding issuance of commitments, proformas, and final title policies. Draft title objection summaries and assist attorneys in communicating curative requirements. Order, track, and review ALTA/NSPS land title surveys for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with title commitments. Analyze surveys for encroachments, access points, easements, and other site control matters. Draft legal descriptions for inclusion in real estate instruments, including mortgages to be recorded, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with title and survey data. Coordinate with surveyors and title officers to confirm legal description correctness and resolve inconsistencies. Abstract key terms from real estate documents, including easements, leases, declarations, and reciprocal easement agreements (REAs). Organize, manage, and maintain due diligence materials and related document databases. Communicate directly with title companies, surveyors, and other third-party vendors regarding document delivery, corrections, and technical clarifications. Assist attorneys in preparing survey and title analysis reports for internal or client-facing use. Target Salary Range
$87,000 - $125,000 if located in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago or Washington D.C. Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with strong academic credentials. Minimum of 5 years of relevant commercial real estate experience with a focus on title/survey matters for commercial properties. Experience drafting legal descriptions for recorded documents (e.g., mortgages, deeds). Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows-based software. Preferred: Paralegal certificate a plus New York State notary license a plus Preference for candidates who have worked in commercial real estate Other Skills and Abilities: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Good judgment and proactive problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines Ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented environment Professional discretion and ability to preserve confidentiality Commitment to quality, accuracy, and responsiveness in a high-pressure legal setting Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-GK1
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Sidley is seeking an experienced Title and Survey Paralegal to join its Real Estate practice group. The Title & Survey Paralegal supports attorneys in the Real Estate Practice Group, focusing on the review and analysis of title insurance commitments and surveys, coordination with title and survey vendors, and the drafting of legal descriptions for documents to be recorded. The paralegal will play a critical role in ensuring title and survey integrity for complex commercial real estate transactions. Recruiting Location
US-NY-New York | US-CA-Los Angeles | US-IL-Chicago | US-FL-Miami | US-DC-Washington D.C. Department
Paralegal & Project Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
Review and summarize title commitments and underlying documents; identify exceptions, liens, easements, and encumbrances for further review. Coordinate with title companies regarding issuance of commitments, proformas, and final title policies. Draft title objection summaries and assist attorneys in communicating curative requirements. Order, track, and review ALTA/NSPS land title surveys for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with title commitments. Analyze surveys for encroachments, access points, easements, and other site control matters. Draft legal descriptions for inclusion in real estate instruments, including mortgages to be recorded, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with title and survey data. Coordinate with surveyors and title officers to confirm legal description correctness and resolve inconsistencies. Abstract key terms from real estate documents, including easements, leases, declarations, and reciprocal easement agreements (REAs). Organize, manage, and maintain due diligence materials and related document databases. Communicate directly with title companies, surveyors, and other third-party vendors regarding document delivery, corrections, and technical clarifications. Assist attorneys in preparing survey and title analysis reports for internal or client-facing use. Target Salary Range
$87,000 - $125,000 if located in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago or Washington D.C. Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with strong academic credentials. Minimum of 5 years of relevant commercial real estate experience with a focus on title/survey matters for commercial properties. Experience drafting legal descriptions for recorded documents (e.g., mortgages, deeds). Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows-based software. Preferred: Paralegal certificate a plus New York State notary license a plus Preference for candidates who have worked in commercial real estate Other Skills and Abilities: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Good judgment and proactive problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal and written communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines Ability to work well independently and in a team-oriented environment Professional discretion and ability to preserve confidentiality Commitment to quality, accuracy, and responsiveness in a high-pressure legal setting Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-GK1
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