Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Forest Lake, MN at Kelsey Law Office, P.A.
Full Job Description
We are looking for one self motivated legal assistant to work out of our Forest Lake location. Minimum of two years legal assisting/paralegal experience a must.
Schedule
Salaried position with family friendly work schedule – 4 day weeks or reduced hours 5 days per week available. Three weeks vacation to start. Flexibility required.
Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to lawyers and enhance office effectiveness
Handle communication with clients, witnesses, etc.
Track client billing and expenses
Open and maintain client files both electronically and in physical files
Electronic filing of cases in MN and WI court system
Draft and file/serve basic legal documents and correspondence
Answer and direct telephone calls
Maintain contact lists
Monitor deadlines and manage calendars
Skills
Proven working experience as legal assistant or legal secretary – experience in family law a must. Criminal and estate planning experience a plus.
Familiarity with managing calendars, electronic court filing, and court system
Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
Computer literacy – Word and practice management software
Client billing experience
Positive attitude and ability to communicate well with clients
Excellent organizational skills
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 – $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Legal assisting: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Forest Lake, MN 55025 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Kelsey Law Office, P.A.
Location: Forest Lake, MN
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