Legal Assistant

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join a premier legal team in Duluth, MN. In this multi-faceted role, you will play a critical part in managing casework, preparing legal documents, and facilitating seamless day-to-day operations. You will support attorneys with legal research, draft court filings, organize case materials, and manage trial preparation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Legal Drafting & Research:
  Draft basic pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and formal correspondence; assist attorneys with legal research and docket searches.
• Case & Document Management:
  Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files across multiple active matters; execute electronic court filings (e-filing) and maintain document repositories.
• Trial Preparation:
  Assist with trial readiness by creating trial binders, managing exhibit logs, and organizing hearing/arbitration materials.
• Communication & Coordination:
  Serve as a reliable point of contact for clients, court clerks, and opposing counsel; summarize depositions and client intake notes.
• Deadline Management:
  Track critical court deadlines, manage attorney calendars, and ensure timely filing and service of process.

Skills &

Qualifications:

• Legal Research & Drafting:
  Hands-on experience with legal databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Minnesota e-court services/dockets) to conduct research and draft routine filings.
• E-Filing & Software:
  Proven experience using court electronic filing systems, case management platforms, and document management tools.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and PDF management tools (e.g., Adobe Acrobat) for document preparation and redaction.
• Communication & Proofreading:
  Superior written/verbal communication skills with keen attention to legal detail and accuracy.
• Time Management:
  Exceptional organizational skills to handle complex filing systems and balance competing deadlines across multiple cases.
• Education / Certification: ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate, or an Associate/Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies preferred.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 401K plan

all benefits are based on eligibility.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants.

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