Job Description

Title: Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Are you a detail-oriented legal professional with a passion for all things administrative? LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant to join our client’s dynamic and thriving team in Central Minneapolis. This direct-hire role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and confidently knows how to manage executive calendaring, litigation dockets, e-filing, and complex case files.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of recent US law firm experience while supporting multiple busy defense attorneys in product liability litigation or a similar civil defense practice area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support defense attorneys in preparing cases by drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are current and accessible.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other involved parties.
• Handle sensitive information and correspondence with the utmost confidentiality.
• Review attorney billable time, make travel arrangements, and submit expense reports.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a civil litigation defense support role, preferably in product liability.
• 3+ years of experience in e-filing with state and federal courts - PACER is required!
• Paralegal Certificate is not required, but it is nice to have (or an equivalent degree.)
• Proficient in legal research tools, case management and billing software, and transcription.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities; typing speed of 65+ WPM is required.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Potential for 1-day of hybrid/remote WFH after 90 days of successful onboarding (4 days of onsite work required).

Technology and Tools:

• Experience with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with case management software (iManage).

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on years and level of experience. ($68,000-$85,000)
• Comprehensive benefits package!
• Generous PTO in addition to holidays.
• Retirement savings plan and profit-sharing contributions.

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