Legal Assistant - Adams & Martin Group

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join a growing law firm in Downtown Minneapolis. This is a direct hire opportunity with an onsite work model for the first 6 months, then the individual can work 2 days remote.

The Legal Assistant's responsibilities include:

• Coordinating, scheduling, and calendaring depositions and hearings.
• Performing investigative research and administrative tasks.
• Drafting, editing, and proofing various legal documents and correspondence.
• Electronic filing in state and federal courts.
• Communicating with attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
• Calendaring and docketing.
• Trial preparation, including but not limited to, assembling binders and coordinating witnesses.
• Assisting with organizing and maintaining electronic case files.
• Data entry as needed.
• Any additional duties and tasks as needed under the direction of paralegals and attorneys.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a legal assistant
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Experience e-filing in state and federal courts.
• Experience working with document management software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.