Exelon
Overview
Paralegal - ComEd Real Estate (Hybrid)
role at
Exelon
Exelon is leading the energy transformation. We are powering a cleaner, brighter future. We are a Fortune 200 company with 19,000 colleagues serving more than 10 million customers across six energy companies.
Primary Purpose Under general direction, performs responsible, specialized and confidential legal assignments and research for real estate and property protection issues within the Legal Department. Assists with closings, acquisition, sale, and termination of temporary and permanent real estate rights, legal proceedings, transactions and other legal matters by identifying problems, needs and procedures. May work closely with other legal, governmental, or regulatory disciplines, real estate department, and a variety of clients, and assists in the planning, research and evaluation process directed towards the management of the Company’s legal exposure.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
Collect, analyze, organize and maintain information, records and documents to support Legal and practice area attorneys (50%)
Prepare draft documents pertaining to litigation, company business and Legal activity for attorney review
Develop and maintain knowledge of statutes, court decisions and procedures in applicable areas
Perform routine legal procedures under supervision and conduct routine legal research
Draft documents with basic information using standard formats
Perform filing and other clerical functions
Coordinate work with Legal Administrative Assistants
Job Scope
Supports attorneys, company management and senior paralegal staff in matters involving company personnel and outside counsel
Supports department activities and functions
Minimum Qualifications
2-4 years of professional legal experience in real estate or related area; high school diploma or equivalent; paralegal certificate from an accredited institution or minimum 2-4 years of in-depth practical experience in land use planning or real estate transactions
Ability to comprehend and follow verbal instructions
General knowledge of law firm and legal practices, court and administrative procedures; working knowledge of legal terminology; proficient with Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle demanding conditions
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to read and analyze legal materials
Preferred Qualifications
Paralegal certificate from an accredited institution
Notary
Benefits
Salary: $66,400.00–$91,300.00 per year
Annual bonus eligibility: 7%
401(k) match and company contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
Wellbeing programs including tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fitness reimbursement
Referral bonus program
Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefits can vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, classification or represented status. Eligibility determined by plan documents.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Legal
Industries: Utilities
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role at
Exelon
Exelon is leading the energy transformation. We are powering a cleaner, brighter future. We are a Fortune 200 company with 19,000 colleagues serving more than 10 million customers across six energy companies.
Primary Purpose Under general direction, performs responsible, specialized and confidential legal assignments and research for real estate and property protection issues within the Legal Department. Assists with closings, acquisition, sale, and termination of temporary and permanent real estate rights, legal proceedings, transactions and other legal matters by identifying problems, needs and procedures. May work closely with other legal, governmental, or regulatory disciplines, real estate department, and a variety of clients, and assists in the planning, research and evaluation process directed towards the management of the Company’s legal exposure.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
Collect, analyze, organize and maintain information, records and documents to support Legal and practice area attorneys (50%)
Prepare draft documents pertaining to litigation, company business and Legal activity for attorney review
Develop and maintain knowledge of statutes, court decisions and procedures in applicable areas
Perform routine legal procedures under supervision and conduct routine legal research
Draft documents with basic information using standard formats
Perform filing and other clerical functions
Coordinate work with Legal Administrative Assistants
Job Scope
Supports attorneys, company management and senior paralegal staff in matters involving company personnel and outside counsel
Supports department activities and functions
Minimum Qualifications
2-4 years of professional legal experience in real estate or related area; high school diploma or equivalent; paralegal certificate from an accredited institution or minimum 2-4 years of in-depth practical experience in land use planning or real estate transactions
Ability to comprehend and follow verbal instructions
General knowledge of law firm and legal practices, court and administrative procedures; working knowledge of legal terminology; proficient with Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle demanding conditions
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to read and analyze legal materials
Preferred Qualifications
Paralegal certificate from an accredited institution
Notary
Benefits
Salary: $66,400.00–$91,300.00 per year
Annual bonus eligibility: 7%
401(k) match and company contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
Wellbeing programs including tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fitness reimbursement
Referral bonus program
Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefits can vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, classification or represented status. Eligibility determined by plan documents.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Temporary
Job function
Legal
Industries: Utilities
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Exelon by 2x
Get notified about new Paralegal jobs in
Villa Park, IL .
Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$90,000.00 3 weeks ago
Chicago, IL $45,000.00-$55,000.00 2 days ago
Greater Chicago Area $85,000.00-$102,700.00 23 hours ago
Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$60,000.00 3 months ago
Greater Chicago Area $70,000.00-$90,000.00 1 month ago
Greater Chicago Area $57,000.00-$80,000.00 3 weeks ago
Chicago, IL $45,000.00-$55,000.00 2 months ago
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