Legal Administrative Assistant - Entry Level
About the Firm
Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is a multi-state litigation law firm representing creditors in all aspects of the legal collection process. The firm is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota, with offices in Arizona, California, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, Utah, and Wisconsin. Its practice focuses on developing attorneys' litigation skills, strategies, and industry knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies into the Firm's system of record.
- Generate pleadings and other legal documents for attorney review.
- File documents with the courts via traditional and electronic filing methods.
- Perform general clerical duties including data entry, scanning, photocopying, collating, and faxing.
- All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Professional and effective communication skills.
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with basic office hardware such as scanners, fax machines, and copiers.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Superior problem-solving skills.
- Strong work ethic and dependability.
Competencies
- Accountability (20%)
- Team Work (20%)
- Job Knowledge (20%)
- Organizational Skills (20%)
- Work Quality Assessment (20%)
Travel
This position requires up to 5% travel, excluding local commute.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Long-Term Care insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401k and Profit Sharing
- Student Debt Retirement Savings Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Culture
At Gurstel, we operate on our Core Values of Doing Right, Achieving Results, and Maintaining our Integrity. We champion diversity and are a fast-paced, enthusiastic group of people. Success is celebrated, and we look for individuals who share these values, drive to exceed expectations, and think outside the box. Our culture makes the Firm a fun and rewarding place to work.