MN Cannabis Company
Paralegal / Legal Assistant – Cannabis Regulatory & Corporate Affairs
MN Cannabis Company, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
We are hiring a Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support our in-house legal team in navigating the evolving legal landscape of cannabis. This position plays a critical role in managing documentation, regulatory filings, litigation support, and day-to-day legal operations that keep our fast-growing business compliant, protected, and prepared for continued national expansion.
Key Responsibilities Cannabis Licensing & Compliance Support
Prepare and file applications, renewals, and required disclosures across multiple jurisdictions
Maintain trackers of license status, correspondence, deadlines, and required documentation
Organize and archive compliance records in alignment with state regulatory requirements
Real Estate & Construction Documentation
Review and maintain lease agreements, construction contracts, and zoning materials
Assist with due diligence for new site development and municipal permitting
Track real estate and construction timelines, ensuring all legal conditions are met
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Support
Coordinate internal document collection and organize case files
Draft legal correspondence, prepare exhibits, and manage outside counsel requests
Track litigation status, key dates, and billing
Legislative Affairs & Government Relations
Support the legal team with research on emerging cannabis legislation
Assist in preparing summary materials, talking points, and policy tracking reports
Organize and schedule meetings with state and local agencies, coalitions, and bi-partisan lawmakers
General Legal Operations
Manage signature processes and coordinate with the Executive Assistant team
Maintain the legal department’s contract repository, calendar, and project management tools
Assist with corporate governance, including maintaining minute books and annual reports
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree an/or paralegal certificate (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of legal assistant or paralegal experience, ideally in a corporate legal department or regulatory agency
Knowledge of cannabis regulations or experience in another highly regulated industry preferred
Excellent written communication and document management skills
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working under pressure
Professional discretion and commitment to confidentiality
Proficiency in G-Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and project tracking systems like Monday.com and Asana
Must be willing to work 100% on-site in our Minneapolis Headquarters
Ability to travel up to 25% of role between offices and regulated sites as needed
Must commit to coming to work sober
Successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check
Minimum 21 years of age
Benefits and Compensation
Pay range between $85,000 – $85,000
Employee discount includes 50% off smokable cannabis products
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program offering exclusive discounts from top national retailers
Paid Sick Leave (PSL) and Personal Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay for anyone working New Years Day, 4/20, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
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Key Responsibilities Cannabis Licensing & Compliance Support
Prepare and file applications, renewals, and required disclosures across multiple jurisdictions
Maintain trackers of license status, correspondence, deadlines, and required documentation
Organize and archive compliance records in alignment with state regulatory requirements
Real Estate & Construction Documentation
Review and maintain lease agreements, construction contracts, and zoning materials
Assist with due diligence for new site development and municipal permitting
Track real estate and construction timelines, ensuring all legal conditions are met
Litigation & Dispute Resolution Support
Coordinate internal document collection and organize case files
Draft legal correspondence, prepare exhibits, and manage outside counsel requests
Track litigation status, key dates, and billing
Legislative Affairs & Government Relations
Support the legal team with research on emerging cannabis legislation
Assist in preparing summary materials, talking points, and policy tracking reports
Organize and schedule meetings with state and local agencies, coalitions, and bi-partisan lawmakers
General Legal Operations
Manage signature processes and coordinate with the Executive Assistant team
Maintain the legal department’s contract repository, calendar, and project management tools
Assist with corporate governance, including maintaining minute books and annual reports
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree an/or paralegal certificate (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of legal assistant or paralegal experience, ideally in a corporate legal department or regulatory agency
Knowledge of cannabis regulations or experience in another highly regulated industry preferred
Excellent written communication and document management skills
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working under pressure
Professional discretion and commitment to confidentiality
Proficiency in G-Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and project tracking systems like Monday.com and Asana
Must be willing to work 100% on-site in our Minneapolis Headquarters
Ability to travel up to 25% of role between offices and regulated sites as needed
Must commit to coming to work sober
Successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check
Minimum 21 years of age
Benefits and Compensation
Pay range between $85,000 – $85,000
Employee discount includes 50% off smokable cannabis products
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program offering exclusive discounts from top national retailers
Paid Sick Leave (PSL) and Personal Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay for anyone working New Years Day, 4/20, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
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