Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant
For nearly 70 years, Maslon LLP has provided strategic legal counsel to the business community in Minnesota and nationwide. From general corporate guidance to bet-the-company litigation, Maslon is dedicated to excellence in the practice of law, helping clients achieve their most ambitious goals, and giving back to the broader community through pro bono service and other efforts. We offer a hybrid, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
Position Overview:
Working as a team with other Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) team members, the LAA is responsible for providing a broad range of administrative support to attorneys and legal staff in our Litigation Group. We want to meet you if you have litigation LAA experience to further explore this great career opportunity.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist with preparing or proofreading litigation and business legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, settlements, contracts, client correspondence, etc.
- Maintain client files, open and close files. Assist in processing conflicts searches and client intake forms.
- E-file documents as required in state and federal courts.
- Maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling court dates, client meetings and filing deadlines.
- Assist in the billing process by entering attorney time and coordinating bills with the accounting team.
- Prepare attorney expense claims.
- Assist with knowledge sharing, mentoring and training of co-workers and new employees as requested.
- Other related and administrative duties as assigned.
Candidates We Seek Have:
- 3+ years of experience as a legal administrative assistant or administrative assistant, preferable in a litigation practice area.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
- Advanced technical skills.
- Drive, creativity, a professional demeanor, and strong work ethic.
- Great organization skills and attention to detail.
- High school diploma required; college degree preferred.
Interested candidates should send resume to Debra Hartfiel via email at debra.hartfiel@maslon.com
Maslon LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our firm provides a workplace that is free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
At Maslon, we believe in supporting our employees both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as generous paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to helping you secure your financial future. Our 401(k) plan offers a variety of investment options, and the firm makes contributions on your behalf to maximize your savings.
In addition, we offer a 37.5-hour work week and a hybrid work environment.
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $29.74 - $35.00 depending on the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications.