Paralegal - Real Estate (MPL)

Stinson LLP • Minneapolis, MN

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

Stinson LLP is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal to join our Minneapolis office. This position works directly with attorneys and clients on complex commercial real estate transactions throughout Minnesota and across the United States, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, development, title analysis, due diligence, corporate matters, and closings. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and enjoys managing multiple complex transactions in a collaborative law firm environment, while providing exceptional client service. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with attorneys, clients, lenders, title companies, surveyors, governmental agencies, and other professionals on a wide variety of commercial real estate matters.

Requirements

• Completion of either of the following: Bachelor's degree OR (a) Associate of Arts degree and not less than one year of in-house training as a Paralegal Assistant or Paralegal Intern, or (b) one to five years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney or Senior Paralegal, demonstrating a superior command of the skills necessary to be a Paralegal
• Completion of an educational program for Paralegals that has been approved by the American Bar Association ("ABA") or offered by an accredited institution which is in substantial compliance with ABA guidelines for the approval of Paralegal programs is preferred.
• Five or more years of commercial real estate paralegal experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate transactions, title matters, and closing procedures.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with AI, Microsoft Office and online legal, title, and public records research tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Professional communication and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and high-quality work product.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a law firm, title insurance company, or sophisticated in-house real estate legal department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all aspects of commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, financing, and development.
• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously from initial due diligence through closing and post-closing matters.
• Prepare and maintain transaction checklists, closing schedules, and deadline memoranda.
• Coordinate transaction closings and organize all closing documents and deliverables.
• Review settlement statements and closing documentation for accuracy.
• Review title commitments, title policies, surveys, zoning reports, tax records, and other due diligence materials.
• Analyze legal descriptions to identify boundary issues, easements, encroachments, and other matters affecting title.
• Prepare title objection letters and assist attorneys in resolving title and survey issues.
• Conduct title, lien, UCC, entity, and public records searches in Minnesota and other jurisdictions.
• Research ownership, legal descriptions, title history, and other real estate matters using public records and online resources.
• Apply knowledge of Minnesota Title Standards and applicable recording requirements in reviewing and clearing title.
• Prepare deeds, easements, leases, purchase agreements, closing documents, loan documents, organizational consents, and other transaction documents.
• Prepare conveyance documents in accordance with applicable state law.
• Assist with preparation and organization of closing binders and post-closing documentation.
• Assist with quiet title actions, initial title registration proceedings, proceedings subsequent, and other Minnesota-specific title matters.
• Prepare pleadings and supporting documentation for title clearance proceedings.
• Monitor filing deadlines and coordinate service, hearings, and related procedural requirements.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with clients, lenders, title companies, surveyors, governmental agencies, and opposing counsel regarding transaction logistics.
• Maintain regular communication with attorneys and clients regarding transaction status, deadlines, and outstanding items.
• Anticipate attorney and client needs and proactively identify issues requiring attention.
• Coordinate effectively with Legal Administrative Assistants, Case Clerks, and other support personnel to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Ensure all work product is accurate, organized, and completed in a timely and professional manner.
• Time entry, scanning, e-mailing, etc.
• Assist in Firm marketing for practice area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health plans
• Medical savings accounts
• Firm-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness Program, and Caregiving Support Concierge Services
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Generous paid time off for holidays, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, and paid leave for sick and safe time, parental, and military
• Service bonuses
• Back-up child, elder, and pet care
• Employee discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level