LEGAL ASSISTANT at MESSERLI KRAMER P.A.

Plymouth, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

06 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

File Review, Document Preparation, Litigation Support, Account Review, Garnishments Processing, Court Liaison, Time Management, Attention To Detail, Communication, Organization, Multitasking, Work Ethic

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description ***$1,000 Sign-on Bonus After 90 Days*** Messerli Kramer, a trusted Twin Cities law firm since 1965, is looking for a full-time Legal Assistant to join our team in Plymouth, MN. Legal Assistants work closely with our attorneys in reviewing files, preparing documents for litigations, account reviews and working closely with courts in multiple states to ensure legal files are processed in a timely manner. Essential Functions and Duties: Review files based on client criteria and handle time-sensitive documents Prepare documents for litigation Perform account reviews Process bank and wage garnishments Work closely with courts, following files through the legal process in multiple states Independent projects and other duties as assigned Benefits & Perks Include: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance HSA & FSA Accounts 401K, with 4% company contribution (after 1 year of service) Paid time off (17 days per year) Paid holidays off (7 days per year + a floating holiday) Company Paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Building amenities include: Free parking, onsite restaurant, & onsite free gym Requirements Required Education & Experience: High School Diploma/GED Associate’s degree or some college education preferred Competencies: An ability to work in a queue based, paperless environment Strong attention to detail Excellent communication and organizational skills An ability to multitask and work under time-sensitive deadlines Strong work ethic and a desire to succeed Work Environment and Physical Demands: This role operates in a professional office setting, routinely working with standard office equipment. Generally, due to the nature of this office position, the person in this role would be required to talk and hear, sit or stand for long period of time, and use their hands and fingers, to handle and feel. Occasionally required to walk, reach with arms and hand, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and to meet job requirements. All applicants must pass a criminal background and drug screening before commencing employment with Messerli & Kramer, P.A. Wage Disclaimer: The starting wage for this position is $18.00/hour. The wage range for this position is $18.00/hour to $21.75/hour.

Responsibilities

Legal Assistants will collaborate closely with attorneys by reviewing files based on client criteria, handling time-sensitive documents, and preparing necessary documentation for litigation. Duties also include performing account reviews, processing garnishments, and coordinating with courts across multiple states to ensure timely legal file processing.