A nationwide REIT specializing in owning, operating, and developing suburban grocery‑anchored shopping centers.
Assist Litigation Counsel with landlord/tenant litigation and legal support.
20 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Jacksonville, FL
Hybrid
Company Size
450 Employees
Service Specialisms
Property Development
Design
Project Management
Construction
Architecture
Engineering
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Retail
Shopping Centers
Grocers
Restaurants
Service Providers
Short-Term Leasing
Long-Term Leasing
Inline Uses
Role
Description
matter management
invoice review
dispute resolution
legal advice
tenant management
training
Assist Associate General Counsel, Litigation Counsel, or General Counsel in special projects including department-wide and company-wide training and outreach to field offices.
Work in concert with Operations and outside counsel to ensure all disputes are resolved in the company’s best interest.
Provide general legal advice and support to Regency co-workers regarding a variety of company legal issues that are directly related to the company’s general business operations.
Assist Associate General Counsel or Litigation Counsel in office and non-manual work directly related to the company’s general business operations by managing tenant default process and all landlord/tenant-related litigation.
Administer and utilize matter management system to keep track of all pending litigation and review, audit, and approve legal invoices to minimize legal costs.
Requirements
paralegal certification
microsoft 365
e-billing
artificial intelligence
bachelor’s degree
6 years
Self-motivated, works equally well independently and with a team in a multi-tasking, dynamic, team-oriented environment
Knowledge of litigation processes and procedures
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong quantitative and analytical skills; ability to provide reports and presentations as required by management
Knowledge of real estate and landlord/tenant law
Completion of paralegal training program or additional legal specialty coursework
Regency Centers will not sponsor employment-based immigration petitions or applications for this position, including but not limited to H-1B, TN visa, or permanent residency.
Strong command of English language and grammar
Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience
High level of professionalism and integrity. Must be trustworthy and able to handle confidential and proprietary information appropriately
Good customer and task focus coupled with interpersonal savvy and perseverance skills
Strong attention to detail, organization, priority setting and time-management skills
At least six (6) years of paralegal experience in real estate, litigation, or a related field
Paralegal Certification
Strong Technological skills including proficiency in Microsoft 365 products, familiarity with e-billing and matter management systems, ability to gather and use data/KPIs to help make decisions, and ability to understand and learn to use new technologies, including AI.
Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
23+ PTO days annually
Award winning and incentives-based wellbeing program through Personify Health
11 paid holidays (in addition to PTO)
LinkedIn Learning premium subscription
Tuition reimbursement
100% company paid Life Insurance/AD&D and Disability Insurance
Paid leave programs (parental, compassion, bereavement, jury duty, and military)
Anniversary stock grant awards
401(k) with a generous company match plus corporate profit sharing
Continued education opportunities
Modified in-office hours
52 hours per year of paid Volunteer Time Off
Student loan repayment resources
Health Advocacy + Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Dedicated remote work days
Family planning, mental health, and pain management programs
regency centers will not sponsor employment-based immigration petitions or applications for this position, including but not limited to h-1b, tn visa, or permanent residency.
Security clearance
employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.
pre-employment drug screening is required.
Company
Overview
It is a self-administered, self-managed REIT and an S&P 500 member.
The company has executed hundreds of retail development, acquisition, and disposition projects totaling billions in transactions.
With a strong balance sheet (Investment grade credit ratings, ~$1.4 B revolving credit), it funds steady growth and dividends.
Notable acquisitions include the Urstadt Biddle merger in 2023 and regional shopping center expansions across major US markets.
Culture + Values
Commitment to sustainability and the communities we serve.
Collaborative, transparent, and accountable in our work.
Innovation and continuous improvement.
Respect and trust in our colleagues, partners, and customers.
A focus on creating exceptional experiences for our stakeholders.
Environment + Sustainability
Commitment to reducing energy use and carbon footprint in properties.
Using renewable energy sources where possible.
Conducting sustainability assessments for all new and existing properties.
Implementation of water and waste reduction strategies across portfolios.
Achieved significant reductions in energy and water usage in managed properties.
Inclusion & Diversity
Promoting a culture of respect, inclusion, and opportunity.
Focused on increasing diverse representation across all departments.
Regular monitoring and reporting of gender diversity metrics and progress.