Dorsey & Whitney LLP · 22 hours ago
Legal Assistant - Tax, Trusts and Estates (Minneapolis, MN) (#4003)
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$23.62/hr - $48.04/hr
4+ years expDorsey & Whitney LLP is a global law firm with over 650 lawyers across 22 offices. They are seeking a Legal Assistant to provide legal administrative support in the Tax, Trusts and Estates Department, ensuring excellent client service and effective management of attorneys' deadlines and documents.
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Hiring Manager
Tali Canfield, MA, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Provide legal administrative support to attorneys, serving as a liaison for clients
Initiate client/matter openings, including conflicts checks, and engagement letters
Proactively review calendars to maintain an overview of attorneys’ deadlines; anticipate next steps and implement follow-up procedures to ensure deadlines are met
Create, edit, revise, redline, and/or proofread documents
Enter attorneys’ time, ensure accuracy by proofreading, using spellcheck and appropriate task codes to comply with firm policies
Assist with reviewing daily docket and coordinate with attorneys and paralegals on upcoming dates and deadlines
Assist with the billing process, including distributing monthly proformas, reviewing and editing proformas, and sending invoices and related correspondence to clients
Maintain client files, both electronic and hard copy; file electronic documents promptly and accurately in Outlook and document management system
Process and route incoming mail and electronic communications upon receipt as well as prepare outgoing mail (including packages for shipment) for prompt delivery
Process reimbursement requests, check requests, and vendor invoices
Coordinate attorney meetings and appointments, including scheduling conference rooms
Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and rental cars
Maintain attorney CLE records, including seminar registration and reporting
Delegate administrative tasks to Department Administrative Assistants
Provide a high level of customer service to attorneys and clients
May be requested to perform other duties as requested
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
At least 4 years of related experience, law firm experience preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
Proficient with Adobe Acrobat
Excellent oral and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational skills
Excellent customer/client service focus and skills
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and perform well under pressure to ensure deadlines are met
Ability to use good judgment in resolving conflict and working in challenging situations
Ability to maintain client and firm confidentiality
Positive attitude and ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use independent judgment
Thorough understanding of legal terminology and procedures pertinent to the practice area
Benefits
Comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with Firm contribution
Basic and optional life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Paid time off
Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave with up to an additional 6-8 weeks of paid short-term disability for business professionals who give birth
Paid holidays
Paid volunteer day
Discretionary bonuses (if bonus eligible)
Adoption assistance
Healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts
Back-up child and elder care program
Education and college advising program
Virtual tutoring
Wellbeing programs and activities
Mass transit program (certain offices)
Travel assistance program
24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
Company
Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Clients have relied on the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney LLP since 1912 as a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner.
1001-5000 employees
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