Paralegal-Litigation

MESSERLI KRAMER P.A.•Minneapolis, MN

15d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Messerli Kramer is a leading law firm in the Twin Cities founded in 1965 with locations in Minneapolis, St. Michael, 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 Business Litigation team as a Paralegal. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating with talented professionals, and gaining valuable experience in business law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
5+ years of paralegal experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong writing and communication skills
E-Discovery knowledge required. Everlaw software preferred or similar tools
Operates with a high degree of accuracy with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage conflicting priorities while respecting tight deadlines
Proven ability to establish professional working relationships with colleagues and external clients

Responsibilities

Case Management: Organizing case files, tracking deadlines, and maintaining internal databases. (Everlaw)
Document Preparation: Drafting and formatting pleadings, discovery and legal memoranda’s, motions, subpoenas, contracts and other legal documents.
E-Discovery: Managing document collection, review and production in both physical and electronic form.
Client and Witness Support: Liaising with clients for information, jury selection, preparing witnesses, and coordinating with outside counsel/experts.
Trial Prep: Organizing exhibits, preparing trail binders, and assisting attorneys in court.
Legal Research: Conducting research to support legal arguments and collect factual research and records.
Project Management: Other projects/work as needed across other practice groups to assist with their litigation needs.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
Flex Spending Accounts Available for Health Savings, Dependent Care, Limited Purpose and Flexible Savings Accounts.
Employer Contribution to Heath Savings Account if enrolled in High Deductible Health Plan
Voluntary Life Benefits and Employer Paid Basic Life/LTD
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
Parking Reimbursement $100/month or 100% Paid Metro Transit Card
Hybrid Work Schedule
401K Plan and Employer 4% Safe Harbor Contribution starts after completion of 1,000 hours on employee anniversary.
Gym Reimbursement up to $120/annually
Free Onsite Gym
Salary: $80,000-$100,000 depending on level of experience + annual discretionary bonus year end results and individual performance.
We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package and the opportunity to work with commensurate professionals who are experts in their field.