Litigation Legal Assistant - Minneapolis, MN

We are a well-established Twin Cities law firm seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal professionals in a fast-paced litigation practice. This role demands strong administrative skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in civil litigation.
• Coordinate and schedule attorneys’ meetings, depositions, pleadings, and other scheduling arrangements.
• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, and legal documents.
• Electronically file documents in state and federal courts.
• Support trial preparation, discovery, and pleadings.
• Monitor and track key dates and deadlines to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Assist with billing and time entry.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of legal assistant experience in litigation.
• Associate degree or paralegal/legal assistant certificate preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with e-filing systems.
• Knowledge of litigation procedures, court systems, and legal terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Clear, concise, and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Federal and state leave programs as required by applicable regulations (eligibility applies).