Title: Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Are you a detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for all things administrative? LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to join our client's dynamic and thriving team in Central Minneapolis. This direct-hire role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and confidently knows how to manage executive calendaring, litigation dockets, e-filing, and complex case files.
The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of recent US law firm experience while supporting multiple busy defense attorneys in product liability litigation or a similar civil defense practice area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support defense attorneys in preparing cases by drafting and reviewing legal documents.
- Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are current and accessible.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
- Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other involved parties.
- Handle sensitive information and correspondence with the utmost confidentiality.
- Review attorney billable time, make travel arrangements, and submit expense reports.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in a civil litigation defense support role, preferably in product liability.
- 3+ years of experience in e-filing with state and federal courts - PACER is required.
- Paralegal Certificate is not required, but it is nice to have (or an equivalent degree.)
- Proficient in legal research tools, case management and billing software, and transcription.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities; typing speed of 65+ WPM is required.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Potential for 1-day of hybrid/remote WFH after 90 days of successful onboarding (4 days of onsite work required).
Technology and Tools:
- Experience with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
- Familiarity with case management software (iManage).
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on years and level of experience. ($68,000-$85,000)
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Generous PTO in addition to holidays.
- Retirement savings plan and profit-sharing contributions.