Commercial Lending Paralegal

LHH is working with a highly respected Minneapolis law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Lending Paralegal to support attorneys handling sophisticated commercial lending and real estate transactions. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working directly with clients, lenders, and attorneys throughout the lending process.

Key Responsibilities

• Review title commitments, title policies, surveys, and related real estate documents.
• Prepare initial drafts of loan documents, amendments, and ancillary closing documents.
• Draft closing instruction letters and assist with transaction coordination.
• Review and organize due diligence materials, including UCC searches, organizational documents, and insurance certificates.
• Maintain and update closing checklists and due diligence sites.
• Coordinate communications between attorneys, clients, lenders, and third parties.
• Manage transaction timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
• Support attorneys through all stages of commercial lending and real estate transactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent legal experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial lending, real estate, or finance-related paralegal experience.
• Law firm or financial institution experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of lending transactions, due diligence review, and closing procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and proofreading abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a legal office environment.
• Experience providing administrative and transaction support.
• Familiarity with iManage and Intapp.

What We're Looking For

• Strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, clients, and colleagues.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a sense of urgency.

Compensation: $73,000 - $92,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid parental leave
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Additional voluntary benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $73,000.00 to $92,000.00 per year

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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