Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant who can help the busy attorneys and paralegals at our law office assist clients. You'll be responsible for managing office correspondence, including answering phone calls and emails, arranging meetings and travel, and ensuring our legal team is aware of upcoming deadlines. You'll also assist with preparing legal documents and contracts, and perform any other tasks as needed to ensure our firm is operating efficiently. If you work well in a fast-paced environment and consistently deliver a high-quality work product, reach out to us today!
Responsibilities:

• Use daily time records to properly process client billing with support from the accounting department
• Work with attorneys and paralegals to create various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when requested
• Be willing to take on any other necessary administrative tasks to help the firm run smoothly
• Manage office correspondence and administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, responding to emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines
• Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events

Qualifications:

• Proficient with MS Office products
• Associate's degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary
• Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position
• Eager to learn something new.
• No prior experience in the legal field is necessary.
• If you enjoy multitasking and possess an attention to detail, we encourage you to apply.
• Our growing firm has a spot for you.

About Company:
KOCER ELDER LAW is a continuously growing elder law and estate planning law firm serving clients in southeastern Minnesota. Julianne's appreciation continues as she was voted number 1 attorney in Rochester, MN by Community Votes in 2022 and 2024, and was voted a finalist for number 1 attorney by Rochester Post Bulletin in 2023.
"We are the only law firm offering elder law services to a growing population. I welcome a friendly person to join my growing law firm. You will learn an area of law that will also benefit you.
No prior experience is necessary. I offer a matching 401(k) program, paid time off, and employee appreciation rewards. I provide an atmosphere where professional presentation & hard work lead to job satisfaction and monetary reward. You won't want to leave. To read more about my firm, visit www.kocerlawrochester.com." -Julianne Kocer

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