Gislason & Hunter LLP is an established, trusted and dynamic law firm with attorneys who bring a full-service of legal representation to clients in the Upper Midwest. We are looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals in our Mankato, MN office. This professional will be responsible for document preparation and editing, file management, court filings, calendar management, effective client communication and other support tasks. We are client-focused and pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services and client interactions. This role will be required to interact with clients and support multiple attorneys.

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

Exceptional organizational skills to keep each file and supervising attorney(s) organized, up to date and ensure all deadlines met.

Ability to prioritize tasks and organize multiple projects at once. Good time management is essential. Ability to anticipate upcoming deadlines while also balancing the day-to-day tasks necessary to keep each file running smoothly.

Strong command of the English language with demonstrated proofreading, spelling, and grammar skills.

Effective communication and relationship skills when working with supervising attorney(s), vendors, courts, clients, co-workers, other attorneys, and experts.

Work well with others, be a team player and pitch in to offer assistance. Ability to establish effective working relationships.

Current technology skills with the ability to fully utilize the firm’s document management system, Microsoft Office, and other firm applications.

Education and Experience:

Associates degree preferred

Experience as a legal administrative assistant, legal assistant or administrative assistant preferred

Experience directly related to litigation or employment law is preferred

Other information:

This is a full-time, non-exempt position located in Mankato, MN

Regular hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday to Friday

Starting wage up to $23.00 per hour depending on experience

Bonus potential for meeting objective and subjective criteria.

Benefits:

• 401(k) & Profit Sharing
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off