Paralegal

Position Summary/Objective: Expert and highly organized paralegal to support the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx legal team by providing legal and project support in a highly dynamic environment!Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions:Under supervision of attorneys, draft and revise a variety of contracts, forms, and other documents, including suite agreements, sponsorship agreements, waivers, and non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements.Take leadership role in maintaining and updating legal document management system and departmental records.Assist in the development and implementation of efficient contract processes, including development of organization-wide directory of completed contracts.Develop expertise in the areas of sweepstakes, contests and promotions; draft associated rules and provide mentorship to staff on legal requirements.Serve as liaison between the legal department and other departments pertaining to execution of legal projects and implementation of contract requirements, including scheduling of payment with the finance department.Provide support to attorneys on litigation matters, including document production and email review.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other:Ability to read and interpret legal language and identify issuesOutstanding organizational skillsStrong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness in document generation and proofreadingAdept in management of multiple tasks and projects with opposing prioritiesAdvanced proficiency in use of Microsoft Word for document generation, including legal formatting/redlining, tables and figuresDemonstrated ability to handle confidential information with appropriate sensitivity and discretionWillingness to work longer work hours when vitalPossess strong interpersonal skills with ability to exercise good judgment and interact expertly with individuals at all levels within and outside the organizationExperience: Associate’s degree in paralegal or legal studies or equivalent majorMinimum 5 years of experience working as paralegalExperience as an in-house paralegal in a corporate law department preferredParalegal Certification from ABA-approved program preferredBachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college preferredWork EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. Office hours are typically 8:30 AM-5:00PM Monday-Friday. In addition to working office hours staff are required to work all Timberwolves and Lynx games, in addition to external events including but not limited to: charity and networking events. This job also operates in a sports arena, which includes bleachers/steps. Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others both in person and over the telephone. The employee frequently is required to remain in a stationary position, as well as operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer and telephone. Staff will frequently ascend and descend bleachers/steps and traverse around the arena both on event days and non-event days. Staff may occasionally move objects weighing up to 15 pounds.TravelPosition may require some travel. EEO StatementThe Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx are an equal employment opportunity organization!E-Verify StatementThis employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm, this employer will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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