Litigation Legal Assistant
hace 16 días
Minneapolis
Job Description Overview Our client is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Litigation Legal Assistant, preferably with some real estate experience to support their attorneys in all phases of litigation and real estate–related matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of real estate documents and procedures, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities Litigation Support • Assist attorneys with drafting, formatting, and proofreading pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence., • Conduct legal and factual research related to real estate disputes, title issues, landlord-tenant matters, boundary conflicts, easements, and other property-related legal matters., • Organize, maintain, and update case files (electronic and physical), including real estate–specific documentation., • Support attorneys in preparation for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials., • Review, organize, and track real estate documents such as deeds, leases, purchase agreements, closing packets, title reports, surveys, zoning documentation, and escrow materials., • Assist with the preparation and management of real estate transaction files when needed., • Liaise with title companies, brokers, property managers, surveyors, and municipal offices., • Serve as a point of contact for clients, witnesses, experts, real estate professionals, and vendors., • Schedule meetings, property inspections, appraisals, depositions, and court reporters., • Manage attorney calendars and deadlines, including filing deadlines and real estate-related milestones., • Assist with billing entries, timekeeping, and client invoicing., • Perform general office duties such as scanning, copying, mailing, and file organization. Qualifications • Education: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred; paralegal certificate a plus., • Experience: 1–3+ years as a legal assistant with experience in litigation and real estate matters (transactional, litigation, or both)., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management/e-filing systems., • Familiarity with real estate documents, title issues, and recording procedures., • Excellent grammar, writing, and proofreading skills., • Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to prioritize and meet deadlines., • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Preferred Skills • Experience with e-discovery platforms (e.g., Relativity, Everlaw, Logikcull)., • Knowledge of local property records systems and court filing procedures., • Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions, plats, leases, and other property-related documents., • Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork mentality. Work Environment The role involves close collaboration with attorneys, staff, clients, and real estate professionals while maintaining a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality. JO: 5658