Legal Assistant - Domestic Relations (Minneapolis)

Taft is seeking a Legal Assistant with 2+ years' experience to join the Domestic Relations Group in our Minneapolis office. All Taft employees operate under a "Client First" philosophy—in all things, we seek to provide exceptional services to our clients. Essential Duties Edits and proofreads highly sensitive and confidential documents. This requires proactive review for, and ability to relay, relevant discrepancies/inconsistencies Coordinates client intake, including conflict checks, opening files, creating electronic file structure, etc. Contacts clients as directed and maintains client contacts Schedules and calendars all hearings, mediations, trials, and meetings, coordinates related logistics, monitors deadlines, and schedules and conducts telephone conferences Coordinates filing and service of correspondence, pleadings and discovery, saves to firm systems and forwards to client as appropriate Prepares and organizes trial and mediation binders and assists team with finalizing exhibits and witness materials Maintains electronic and physical case files, including organizing and indexing large volumes of documents Assists legal team in managing client contacts, emails, and hard copy documents Supports billing process by editing time entries, preparing cover letters and/or emails, following up on attorney and client inquiries, and performing other related duties Independently performs administrative duties including but not limited to proofing, editing, and releasing attorney time entries; registering, calendaring, and reporting CLEs; requesting and following up on reimbursements and other related tasks Exhibits outstanding client service in all interactions Communicates in a clear, concise, and professional manner Maintains a high degree of confidentiality in work performed Demonstrates flexibility and ability to manage multiple priorities Requirements 2+ years related experience Proficient command of the English language and standard grammar rules Strong working knowledge of and experience in using Microsoft Office programs; desire to maintain and upgrade excellent technical skills and to learn new software Taft offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401K, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, bonus and more. The salary range for this position is $30.25/hour - $41.02/hour. Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted information based on work experience, education, and/or skill level. Taft is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The information in this posting presents general duties, tasks, and responsibilities but is not intended to be an exhaustive listing. Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP participates in E-VERIFY. #J-18808-Ljbffr MMM LEGAL GROUP