Legal Administrative Assistant-Real Estate Practice Group
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Messerli Kramer is a leading law firm in the Twin Cities founded in 1965 with locations in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Plymouth, Minnesota. Known for our dedication and responsiveness, our attorneys and staff are focused on finding pragmatic solutions and producing remarkable results for our clients. Our clients trust us to help them navigate the myriad of legal issues that confront them in their business and personal lives.

Messerli Kramer is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our legal team as a Real Estate Legal Administrative Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating with talented professionals, and gaining valuable experience in transactional law.

Requirements

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Document Preparation: Drafting, editing, and formatting legal documents, including contracts and real estate agreements, and preparation of closing books· Timekeeping: Tracking and recording the time spent by attorneys and other legal professionals on various tasks and activities, and ensuring that the invoices are accurate, detailed, and comply with client billing guidelines· Data Management: Managing and organizing legal department databases and systems, including document management systems, and maintaining client files and contact information· Calendar Administration: Assisting with managing attorneys' calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating appointments, and tracking deadlines· Proactively ensuring that the legal team is prepared with necessary materials for closings, meetings, etc.· Other administrative tasks such as coordinating travel arrangements, processing expense reports, and other administrative tasks, as needed.

  

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

· Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

· Ability to work with and take direction from multiple individuals, as well as the ability to work independently

· Strong commitment to client service

· Good planning, prioritization, and organizational skills

· Ability to manage conflicting priorities with competing deadlines

· Committed to providing comprehensive administrative support

· Excellent proofreading skills

· Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy

· Ability to problem-solve and use sound judgment

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

· Positive and professional demeanor

REQUIREMENTS

· 3+ years of legal administrative experience (transactional real estate strongly preferred)

· Minimum of high school graduation (business school or related professional legal administrative degree preferred)

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

· Proven ability to manage multiple calendars

COMPANY BENEFITS

· Competitive Salary

· Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.

· 401(k) retirement plan

· Generous paid time off

· Employee recognition program

· Business casual attire

· 37.5-hour work week, with a one-hour lunch break

· Supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity, teamwork, and collaboration

· Hybrid work model available