Litigation Assistant - Minnesota

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Office Manager or Designee, the Legal Assistant is responsible for working within the stream of legal operations which can include prejudgment remedies, judgements, post judgement remedies, and/or logistics process work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary.

• Updates electronic files.
• Handles phone calls, on occasion, from Court System.
• Assists with preparation of trial/hearing folders.
• Assists with preparation of pleadings and correspondence.
• Processes mail daily and ensures all information received is updated properly in the collection software system.
• Scans, copies, prints, and redacts legal documents.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Being results driven and customer focused are requirements of the position.
• Having the ability to successfully prioritize and manage multiple work assignments.
• Strong attention to detail while producing high-quality work result is critical.
• Regular attendance in the office is required as an essential function of the position.

Education and Experience:

• Must have a high school diploma (or equivalent) with a preference for some college education and/or paralegal studies.
• Prefer one to three years of experience and a familiarity with legal terminology; however, will provide on the job training.
• Experience in the Microsoft Suite of products is required.
• Must be willing to become a notary if this is not already obtained.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequently required to talk or hear, and use hand to type, handle, or touch objects.
• Regularly required to stand and walk, and may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

Work Environment:

The position is based position at our office in Apple Valley, MN. There is no remote work option.

Schedule :


8am-5pm Monday through Friday with flexibility to meet business needs.

Work Environment:

The position is based in our Apple Valley, MN office. There is no remote work option.

Work Location:

Apple Valley, MN

Benefits:

• Bonus program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) Retirement program
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Referral Program
• Volunteer Time Off
• Opportunities for advancement