Commerical Litigation Legal Assistant

About the role

Robert Half is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Contract position is ideal for an organized candidate who can manage legal and administrative work with minimal direction while maintaining a high standard of client service. The role involves supporting matters across commercial litigation, dispute resolution, and bankruptcy-related proceedings in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee case files from opening through conclusion, ensuring records remain current, organized, and accessible throughout the life of each matter.
• Draft, format, and revise legal correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, and other substantive documents with strong attention to accuracy and presentation.
• Prepare filing packages for state and federal courts and submit documents electronically in accordance with court-specific rules and deadlines.
• Coordinate new matter intake activities and assist with related administrative steps needed to onboard clients and open files.
• Provide responsive support to attorneys and clients by balancing shifting priorities and maintaining consistent follow-through on urgent requests.
• Enter attorney time, assist with billing support, arrange business travel, and process expense reimbursements in a timely manner.
• Maintain calendars and track important dates, court deadlines, and case-related obligations to support smooth matter management.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience supporting commercial litigation, dispute resolution, or bankruptcy matters within a law firm or similar setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and make sound decisions with limited supervision.
• Hands-on experience preparing court documents and completing electronic filings in both state and federal courts.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with document management platforms as well as timekeeping and billing software is preferred.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion while maintaining accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and maintain close attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.
• Access to free online training.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.