Real Estate Legal Assistant (Chicago)

LHH is seeking a Legal Assistant – Real Estate in Chicago, IL (Onsite – 5 days/week) for a law firm. Salary $60,000 - $80,000.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Legal Assistant to support a Real Estate practice group in Chicago. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex commercial real estate transactions while collaborating with a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Strong focus on career growth, mentoring, and development
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to work on high-level commercial real estate matters

Key Responsibilities

• Edit, format, and proofread documents in Microsoft Word and Excel (styles, headings, formatting)
• Open new matters and manage conflict checks
• Process daily time entry and support billing functions
• Assist with client billing , including reviewing and editing pre-bills and ensuring compliance with client guidelines
• Support attorneys with commercial real estate closings
• Prepare closing binders and track post-closing deliverables
• Create and edit PowerPoint presentations
• Maintain strict confidentiality of firm and client information
• Manage attorney calendars, travel, meetings, and expense reports

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of legal assistant/secretarial experience in real estate law
• Experience supporting commercial real estate transactions and closings
• Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and collaborative mindset

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in:
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• iManage
• Aderant
• Familiarity with legal and real estate terminology preferred
• Experience working with institutional investors is a plus

Interview Process

• 1st Round: Virtual interview with hiring manager and team
• 2nd Round: Onsite interview with partners + skills assessment

Benefits:

Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance .

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance