Paralegal

American Drea m ( , developed by Triple Five Group, is an unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail, and dining, comprising more than 3 million square feet just minutes away from New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey. American Drea m ( is home to leading attractions, including DreamWorks Water Par k ( , Nickelodeon Universe Theme Par k ( , LEGOLAND Discovery Cente r ( , SEA LIFE Aquarium , ( Big SNOW Ski Hil l , Dream Whee l ( – a 300-foot observation wheel overlook the NYC skyline, as well as attractions debuting soon such as The Game Room Powered by Hasbro ( and G.I. Joe Laser Ta g ( . American Drea m ( ’s immersive luxury shopping and dining experience – The Avenu e ( – features Saks Fifth Avenu e ( , Hermè s ( , Saint Lauren t ( , Dolce & Gabban a ( , Carpacci o ( , a fine-dining Italian restaurant, and much more. The retail collection is further expanded with flagship locations for Aritzi a ( , H&M , PRIMAR K ( , Uniql o ( , Sephor a ( and Zar a ( ; as well as the Toys R U s ( global flagship, the only standalone location in the U.S, and the world’s first and only “candy department store,” IT’SUGAR .

For more information on American Dream ( , visit or find us on Instagram @americandream ( and TikTok @americandream_official ( .

key objectives

The Paralegal supports the Legal Department by managing commercial lease documentation, administering lease obligations, and coordinating litigation and compliance-related activities. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, organization, and timely execution of lease agreements and related legal processes across the portfolio.

primary responsibilities

lease management & documentation

• Draft, review, and coordinate commercial lease agreements, amendments, and related documents for new and existing tenants

• Maintain and update lease documentation across the portfolio, ensuring accuracy and version control

• Abstract leases and summarize key terms, obligations, and critical dates

• Track lease milestones including renewals, expirations, options, and notice requirements

• Develop and maintain lease summary charts and dashboards for internal stakeholders

lease administration & compliance

• Monitor compliance with lease provisions and proactively manage deadlines and deliverables

• Prepare and distribute tenant notices, including default, renewal, and compliance notifications

• Partner with leasing, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment on lease obligations

litigation & legal support

• Maintain litigation files and support case tracking and document management

• Assist in preparing discovery materials, including responses to interrogatories and document requests for attorney review

• Coordinate bankruptcy filings and compile documentation for external counsel

financial & vendor coordination

• Review, track, and process legal invoices in alignment with department budgets

• Liaise with outside counsel and vendors to ensure timely billing and documentation

administrative & operational support

• Coordinate calendars, meetings, and departmental communications

• Manage legal correspondence, file organization, and document retention systems

• Support continuous improvement of legal processes, tools, and tracking mechanisms

desired qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred

• 3+ years of paralegal experience, ideally in commercial real estate, leasing, or litigation

• Demonstrated experience drafting and managing lease documents or comparable legal agreements

• Strong knowledge of lease administration concepts and document lifecycle management

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and PDF/document editing tools

• Ability to manage high volumes of documents with precision

• Effectively prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to interface across departments

• Ability to interpret lease terms and identify risks or inconsistencies

• Works effectively with legal, leasing, finance, and external partners

American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law

Job Details

Job Family AD

Pay Type Salary

Hiring Min Rate 75,000 USD