Paralegal I

Posting Date

01/19/2026

2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America

As a legal department, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace in which all Teammates feel that they are treated with respect, are valued for the skills and qualities they contribute and belong. We also believe that diversity extends beyond traditional protected classes to the fullness of lived experiences and backgrounds. Our investment in Diversity & Belonging means that we are better able to harness the wide range of talents and perspectives among our teammates to develop collaborative, creative, and effective solutions to an array of business challenges; but most importantly, because it is simply the right thing to do.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed Diversity & Belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. As such, individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Here's what you can expect as a Paralegal I – Real Estate at DaVita:

This position is responsible for preparing, organizing and reviewing documents on a wide variety of commercial real estate matters. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, working collaboratively with a high performing team of paralegals, drafting and engaging in preliminary negotiations on lease renewal and other lease-related amendments and supporting documents, utilizing strong organizational skills to manage multiple deals and deadlines, partnering with real estate and business teams regarding projects, potentially leading special projects, and ensuring renewals are carried out in a timely and accurate manner. An individual in this position will work closely with internal and external business partners and outside counsel when necessary to provide service excellence. The right person for this role will be a team player, will be able to work effectively across many different teams and will have the ability to work autonomously to successfully drive and manage lease renewals and process improvements. This position is based in Denver, Colorado. Our world-class real estate legal team supports every aspect of managing DaVita’s real estate portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Draft lease renewal amendments, commencement memos, and other lease-related real estate documents (SNDAs, Estoppels, Option Notice Letters, etc.) under the supervision of a DaVita attorney.
• Conduct lease reviews and provide review summaries and possible solutions, when appropriate, to real estate and business teams.
• Work collaboratively with a team of high performing paralegals to help manage DaVita’s existing real estate portfolio.
• Work closely with and collaborate with internal and external business partners, as well as other legal teams on various regulatory and other lease-related real estate matters.
• Prepare and update forms, policies and processes as needed and prepare other communications to support the business.
• Assist with and/or coordination of special projects.
• Have a proficient understanding and use of IT applications and workflows.
• Actively participate in development and implementation of best practices and procedures.
• Maintain poise, accountability and stability in meeting document and other deadlines and assist with deadline planning.
• Participate in legal department activities and contribute to a teamwork environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years related real estate legal experience.
• Associate’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Preferred Qualifications:

• Large law firm, real estate boutique law firm or in-house corporate experience.
• Legal experience in lease-related real estate matters.
• Knowledge of healthcare law or willingness to learn.
• Passion for innovation and change management.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to identify and set priorities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• High level of initiative.
• Strong experience in improving processes and producing work product that aligns with corporate goals.
• Ability to partner with leadership and supporting roles on cross-functional projects and cross-functional teams.
• Competence in the use of technology and standard MS Office applications.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage shifting demands and tight deadlines.
• Graduate of an ABA-approved paralegal program.
• Bachelor’s Degree.

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:

• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

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Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."
Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.
Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

The Wage Range for the role is $24.00 - $36.50/hour.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.