Legal - Paralegal

Legal - Paralegal Mall of America - 3.9 Bloomington, MN Job Details Full-time $30.47 - $38.09 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Record keeping Contract documentation review Contract management Contract review Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Legal negotiation Phone communication Legal writing DocuSign Real estate contract preparation Writing skills Paralegal Studies Business formation Mid-level 3 years Invoice processing Administrative experience Lease or rental agreement management Bachelor's degree Contract drafting Corporate law experience Legal research Microsoft Teams Clerical experience Legal case management Phone call management Cross-functional collaboration

Grammar Experience Paralegal Certificate Full Job Description PURPOSE:

The paralegal supports attorneys and internal business teams in a wide range of leasing and general corporate legal functions, including all aspects of commercial leasing such as drafting, reviewing, and administering lease documents, other non-leasing commercial agreements, documents, and projects, litigation management, and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lease Drafting & Management Prepare, review, and revise initial drafts of lease agreements, amendments, letters, and other related documents for prospective and existing tenants. Assist attorneys with lease negotiations by preparing redlines and issue summaries. Organize lease files and track key lease obligations and deadlines. Contract Management Draft, revise, and format contract language for attorney review. Maintain and manage a repository for all executed contracts, amendments, and related documentation. Legal Document Administration and Corporate Compliance Monitor and track entity formation, annual report deadlines, and other compliance filings. Maintain accurate legal records and filing systems, both digital and physical. Litigation Management Oversee and coordinate with outside counsel on premises liability claims (e.g., slip-and-falls) and tenant dispute litigation. Assist with document collection, case monitoring, and litigation status tracking. Communicate with internal stakeholders and claims teams regarding litigation updates and outcomes. Research & Special Projects Conduct legal research and support special projects as assigned by the Legal Department. Assist with creating, updating, and maintaining document templates and contract libraries. Interdepartmental Collaboration Work closely with teams across leasing, operations, marketing, and accounting to ensure seamless communication and document flow. Coordinate the execution of agreements using DocuSign and manage related workflows. Technology Fluency Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign, Microsoft Teams, and shared drives. Strong comfort with emerging technologies and legal tech platforms. Ability to quickly learn, adapt to, and implement new systems such as contract lifecycle management tools, digital filing solutions, or workflow automation software. Other Manage, process, and distribute/submit legal notices and invoices through internal systems. Draft and handle follow-up communications with internal and external parties. Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks that support the efficiency of the Legal Department. High level of detail, excellent grammar and writing skills, and the ability to read, process, and explain legal language. Ability to work well and have a positive attitude with various departments throughout the Mall. Good people skills/willingness to work with a variety of different people. Flexibility to wear various hats in the department, and willingness to do administrative tasks alongside paralegal work. Answer phones, open mail, and place follow-up calls. Regular, reliable and consistent attendance. Additional duties as assigned.

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience with a leasing emphasis Experience in the preparation of lease agreements, commercial agreements, and related legal documents Ability to effectively negotiate and finalize agreements Ability to work independently and to manage multiple priorities Experience in MS Office and PDF formatting Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and communication skills

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

Repetitive motion (using a keyboard, filing and the phone)- Frequently Sitting- Frequently Stand and move, Occasionally Kneel and bend-Infrequently Reach at or above shoulder level-Infrequently Reach at or below shoulder level-Infrequently Lifting/carry up to 10 pounds-Infrequently Lift/Carry up to 30 lbs-Infrequently Stoop/Squat-Infrequently Handle larger items such as boxes or packages-Infrequently Pay is based on many aspects which vary based on position. These include labor markets and, in some instances, may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Mall of America is passionate about the future of our team members, we want to ensure you have a wealth of support and resources, to care for yourself and your loved ones. Our one-of-a-kind job perks for most team members include, team member discounts, free Nickelodeon Universe ride passes, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program, generous tuition reimbursement, and FREE Metro Pass Universal Pass. Mall of America offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your loved one's care for your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) match, short term disability, long term disability, paid parental leave, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at Job Perks + Benefits | Mall of America®