Barnes & Thornburg LLP · 12 hours ago
Government Services and Finance Paralegal
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expBarnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking an experienced Paralegal to provide advanced legal and transactional support to attorneys in their Government Services and Finance department. This role involves supporting complex public finance and government-related matters and requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage sophisticated workflows.
Legal
Responsibilities
Provide high-level paralegal support on complex matters involving municipal finance, public finance transactions, and government entities
Draft, review, and manage a wide range of legal documents, including transaction documents, resolutions, certificates, closing documents, and correspondence
Coordinate and manage transaction closings, including signature collection, filing, and distribution of final documents
Serve as a key point of contact for internal teams, clients, government officials, and external parties
Maintain and manage matter files and document management systems to ensure accuracy and compliance
Track and manage deadlines, calendars, and deliverables across multiple active matters
Conduct legal and factual research and assist attorneys with due diligence as needed
Support billing, matter intake, and administrative processes, including timekeeping coordination and expense tracking
Qualification
Required
Paralegal certificate or associate's/bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or a related field
8–10 years of paralegal experience, preferably in government services, public finance, real estate, or transactional practice areas
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision on complex matters
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with document management systems required
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and exercise discretion and confidentiality
Professional demeanor and strong client-service orientation
Company
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
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Partner
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