Legal Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

O'Meara Wagner, P.A. is a litigation-focused law firm trusted by leading employers, insurers, and businesses to defend their interests in complex legal matters. The firm emphasizes strategic decision-making, carefully guiding clients through every stage of the legal process across different forums and jurisdictions. Its approach involves evaluating multiple options, assessing both obvious and subtle risks, and providing thoughtful, well-supported recommendations. O'Meara Wagner, P.A. is known for implementing aggressive, efficient strategies aimed at achieving positive outcomes while effectively protecting client interests.

Role Description The Legal Administrative Assistant is a full-time, hybrid role based in Edina, MN. This position supports attorneys and legal staff with daily administrative and clerical functions, including preparing and formatting legal documents, managing case files, organizing correspondence, and maintaining calendars and deadlines. The role involves scheduling meetings and court dates, coordinating client communications, answering phones, and handling mail and electronic filings. The Legal Administrative Assistant will also assist with data entry, document management systems, billing support, and other office tasks that help ensure the smooth operation of the firm.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in law-related processes, including familiarity with legal terminology and basic Law principles relevant to litigation.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, formatting, and proofreading pleadings, correspondence, and other legal materials.
• Effective Communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and colleagues.
• Experience in Administrative Assistance, including scheduling, file management, data entry, and office support tasks.
• Excellent Organization Skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• Comfort with legal practice management software, document management systems, and standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• High attention to detail, discretion, and respect for confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Prior experience in a law firm or legal environment preferred; an associate degree, certificate in legal administration, or paralegal studies is beneficial.

Salary

$25 - $27 per Hour