Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal

$42,000 - $46,000/Yr

Henningson & Snoxell, Ltd. - Maple Grove, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Maple Grove, MN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal will support the Estate Planning Department at Henningson & Snoxell, Ltd. This full-time position involves extensive client interaction, document drafting, and coordination with attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in estate planning and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, ensuring excellent service to clients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Daily interaction with clients via telephone and email.
• Close communication and coordination with the attorney, including email, calendar, and file management.
• Perform clerical duties such as scheduling appointments and managing court calendars.
• Assist in meeting deadlines and providing information to callers.
• File documents and correspondence in client files.
• Open, review, and organize physical and electronic client files.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence with attention to detail and proofreading.
• Familiarity with legal terminology, forms, and procedures, especially regarding confidentiality.
• Establish priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• 1 year of paralegal experience in estate planning.
• 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Access.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use various software packages including NetDocuments and Actionstep.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Notary Public
• Experience with estate planning-specific software packages such as CLEPRO.
• Familiarity with WestLaw® research and electronic calendaring.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time