Senior Paralegal

Equity Residential (EQR) is a leading REIT focused on quality apartment properties, seeking a highly organized and proactive Senior Paralegal to support litigation management and administrative functions. The role requires expertise in in-house and external litigation, data analysis, and policy management, with a commitment to proactive compliance and project leadership. The position is critical to ensuring efficient dispute resolution and adherence to legal requirements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• A college degree is required, and a paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing all phases of sophisticated commercial and/or class action litigation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional writing, organizational, and project management skills.
• Highly flexible, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritizing a substantial workload.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision care and wellness programs
• Social Wellbeing: Paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits, adoption assistance
• Financial Wellbeing: Competitive Compensation, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life & disability insurance
• Community Wellbeing: Paid Community Service Hours
• Career Wellbeing: Leadership Development, Tuition Assistance
• Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here