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Meagher + Geer, PLLP · 2 days ago

Legal Administrative Assistant

positionBismarck, ND
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$60K/yr - $80K/yr
date5+ years exp

Meagher + Geer is a nationally recognized litigation firm with a strong tradition of excellence, collaboration, and client advocacy. They are seeking a highly organized and experienced Legal Assistant to support their attorney in delivering exceptional legal services.

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Responsibilities

Provide dedicated support to assigned timekeepers, ensuring prompt and accurate assistance
Prepare and process legal documents and correspondence; perform transcription
Electronically file legal documents in State and Federal courts in compliance with applicable rules
Maintain calendars and docket deadlines; manage case information and track developments
Organize, index, and maintain physical and electronic case files
Open, review, date stamp, scan, and save incoming mail and documents
Save email correspondence, RightFax documents, and outgoing materials in the firm’s electronic case file system
Create and maintain spreadsheets
Prepare documents and exhibits for oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions
Submit new file opening requests; prepare and close physical case files
Track CLE credits for assigned attorneys and maintain compliance records
Communicate effectively with clients, experts, witnesses, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors
Make travel arrangements and prepare itineraries for attorneys
Enter time, process expense reports, and perform other administrative duties
Provide coverage during staff absences and assist with special projects as directed by leadership
Attend monthly Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) departmental meetings
Foster positive working relationships with all firm personnel across offices

Qualification

Legal secretarial experienceCourt procedures knowledgeElectronic filing systemsMicrosoft Office proficiencyLegal software systemsMultitasking skillsOrganizational skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationIndependent workCollaborative workFast-paced environment

Required

High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred
Five years of legal secretarial or paralegal experience required
Proficient with court procedures and electronic filing systems (State and Federal courts)
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software systems
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunities for professional development

Company

Meagher + Geer, PLLP

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Meagher + Geer offers 85 lawyers practicing in more than 20 practice areas.
dateFounded in 1929
location
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://meagher.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Barbara Zurek
Attorney-Partner
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Bradley Jones
Former Partner at Meagher & Geer PLLP (1986-2022)
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