Real Estate Paralegal - Minneapolis, MN

About Us

Fredrikson is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally. With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. The firm’s 400+ attorneys serve clients through ten locations: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join the Real Estate department in our Minneapolis, MN office. This position offers a hybrid work-location schedule, allowing employees to work from both the office and home.

Responsibilities

• Review title and survey for sale and purchase transactions, as well as financing transactions.
• Prepare documents to cure title defects.
• Prepare drafts of various real estate documents, such as leases, purchase agreements, easement agreements, and various other real estate documents.
• Manage and close real estate sale and purchase transactions and financing transactions.
• Interface with title companies, negotiating terms as necessary.
• Draft conveyance documents and related real estate documents.
• Manage due diligence for sale, purchase, and financing transactions.
• Prepare mechanic’s lien statements and handle various types of Torrens proceedings.

Requirements

• At least five years of real estate paralegal experience; outstanding candidates with less experience will be considered.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a diverse and busy workload.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A solid understanding of real estate law and core real estate documents and concepts, and experience with title reviews, due diligence, and closings.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance).
• Paid parental leave and parenting classes.
• Pre-tax parking and transportation options.
• Retirement plan including financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution.

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

Pay

The salary range for this position varies by geographic market. In Minneapolis, the estimated starting annual pay range is $67,000 - $98,700/year. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate’s experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.