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Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal to join our growing legal team. In this dynamic role, you will support corporate, leasing, and contracting functions, helping WS scale effectively while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Reporting to the General Counsel & SVP, you will collaborate closely with the Senior Legal Director of Leasing and the Legal Director of Operations, as well as cross-functional teams across our vertically integrated organization.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working on diverse legal matters, and is eager to grow their career within an innovative and collaborative team.

What You’ll Do

Corporate & Entity Management

Draft entity formation, amendment, and dissolution documents.
Manage entity registrations, annual reports, and compliance filings.
Maintain and update organizational charts for corporate structures.

Leasing & Contracting Support

Format, update, and maintain lease and contract templates.
Assist in tracking, finalizing, and coordinating execution of leases and agreements.
Prepare ancillary leasing documents, access waivers, and NDAs.

Process & Documentation Optimization

Develop and maintain standardized legal templates to streamline processes.
Ensure accuracy and consistency in signature blocks for legal documents.

Operational & General Support

Manage and coordinate responses to legal department inquiries (mail and email).
Assist with ad-hoc legal projects and process improvements.

2-5 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal team, with hands-on experience drafting and formatting legal documents.

Meticulous attention to detail—you spot errors others might miss.

Strong technology skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—you can interact confidently with senior leadership and business teams.

A proactive, problem-solving mindset—you take initiative and anticipate challenges.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Good judgment—knowing when to handle issues independently and when to escalate.

A collaborative, team-oriented approach that contributes to a positive and supportive work culture.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a growing legal team where your contributions make a real impact.
Gain hands-on experience in corporate governance, leasing, and contracts.
Opportunities for career growth within our legal department.
Work in a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced environment.

About WS Development

Massachusetts-based WS Development is a mixed-use developer with a singular mission: creating places people want to be. With an approach that values art, science, innovation and, above all else, people, WS strives to engage each community it serves with best-in-class experiences, designed with our customers, tenants and partners in mind. Established in 1990, WS is one of few vertically-integrated real estate companies that conceptualizes, owns, operates and leases more than 100 properties that range from cutting-edge urban spaces to lifestyle and community centers. With over 22 million square feet of existing space and an additional nine million square feet under development, it is one of the largest privately-owned development firms in the country.

WS is where great ideas and great people come together to design, build, and operate some of the best loved real estate projects in the country. We live at the intersection of entrepreneurship and establishment. We have the infrastructure of decades supporting a culture of free-thinking excellence.

We expect every WS employee to feel welcomed and valued irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

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What You Should Know About Paralegal, WS Development

Are you a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal looking for an exciting opportunity? Join the growing legal team at WS Development! In this dynamic role, you'll play a crucial part in supporting our corporate, leasing, and contracting functions. Your expertise will help us scale effectively while ensuring we remain compliant and efficient. Working closely with the General Counsel & SVP and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this position is perfect for someone craving growth in a vibrant and collaborative environment. As a Paralegal, you'll draft and manage a variety of legal documents, track and finalize leases and agreements, and optimize our legal processes. If you have 2-5 years of experience in a law firm or an in-house legal team, have a meticulous eye for detail, and strong communication skills, we want to hear from you! By becoming a part of WS Development, you'll gain hands-on experience in corporate governance while contributing to projects that shape communities. Your contributions will truly make a difference, and you'll have the chance to grow your career in a respected company that values innovation and excellence. Don’t miss this chance to join a supportive team where every idea counts and all backgrounds are welcomed!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Paralegal at WS Development?

As a Paralegal at WS Development, your primary responsibilities will include drafting and managing entity documents, assisting in lease and contract execution, and optimizing legal documentation processes. You'll collaborate closely with the General Counsel & SVP, ensuring operational efficiency while contributing to various legal matters.