Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P. has an opportunity for an experienced Paralegal in our downtown Minneapolis office. Our ideal candidate will have experience in Family Law and general litigation. Duties include information gathering, subpoena, discovery responses, case management, client communication, and other legal functions. The ability to work within scheduling constraints is critical, including handling multiple priorities and working under tight deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Draft legal correspondence, including answering informal and formal discovery.
- Organize and prepare financial documents, i.e., balance sheets for large marital estates.
- Maintain and manage spreadsheets and timelines while managing new developments and deadlines in multiple cases.
- Assist with mediation and trial preparation by preparing and organizing financial documents, expert material, pleadings, depositions, and exhibits.
- Develop and maintain billable hours for individual cases.
- Communicate with attorneys, clients, and support staff.
- Manage and prioritize projects to meet various deadlines.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of work experience as a Paralegal in a law firm. A paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program and/or 2 or 4-year degree is required.
- Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), specifically Excel.
- Proficient in using litigation technology systems such as iManage/Work 10, Titan File, and Aderant.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, i.e., legal writing.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work with deadlines and stressful situations.
We are committed to diversity within the legal profession and strongly encourage diverse applicants to apply for positions.
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