Legal Assistant

Description

A highly respected Plaintiff Personal Injury law firm in Downtown Minneapolis is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy attorney with detailed case management, client communication, and litigation support. This role is ideal for a proactive, organized professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys being a key part of the client experience from intake through case resolution.

Key Responsibilities

File & Document Management

+ Review and date-stamp all incoming mail daily.

+ Review, respond to, and save all e‑mails into the appropriate electronic file.

+ Open new client files and ensure all required documentation is properly organized.

+ Receive, print, and save incoming faxes.

+ Process documents in Filevine and review for completeness and accuracy.

+ Handle all aspects of electronic filing and service, including saving electronically and printing materials when needed.

+ Add and maintain docket dates electronically, including SOL deadlines, scheduling orders, and reminders.

Case Support & Legal Tasks

+ Request medical records and bills at the direction of the attorney.

+ Schedule appointments, depositions, IMEs, and trial testimony.

+ Schedule motions and hearings with courts and opposing counsel.

+ Obtain and serve subpoenas.

+ Assist in disbursing settlement funds according to firm accounting requirements.

+ Request checks and process payment of invoices as needed.

+ Arrange delivery of arbitration books, presentation materials, or other case-related packages.

+ Contact medical providers at the close of a case to confirm all outstanding bills are paid.

Attorney & Client Support

+ Maintain and update the attorney's calendar, ensuring deadlines and meetings are clearly tracked.

+ Handle incoming phone calls when the attorney or paralegal is unavailable.

+ Provide proactive reminders to the attorney regarding upcoming hearings, meetings, and trial dates.

+ Support workflow to keep cases progressing efficiently from intake through resolution.

Requirements

+ Prior experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary, preferably within plaintiff personal injury or litigation.

+ Strong understanding of electronic filing procedures in Minnesota state courts.

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Experience with Filevine or similar legal case management software preferred.

+ Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines.

+ Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

+ Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative legal team.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, along with comprehensive benefits. These include: health and dental Insurance (premium 100% covered by Firm), 401(k) with employer contribution, life and disability insurance.

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