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Job Description
Salary
Are you a skilled litigation legal assistant who takes pride in meticulous work and thrives in a fast-paced legal environment? Hellmuth & Johnson, PLLC is a collaborative, mid-size law firm in Edina, Minnesota with a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and a workplace culture built on respect, teamwork, and strong client relationships. We’re looking for a talented professional to join our litigation team — someone who is ready to make a real impact from day one.
Why Hellmuth & Johnson?
At H&J, your contributions are noticed and valued. We’ve built an environment where people enjoy coming to work — collegial, accountable, and energized by meaningful work. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- A supportive team atmosphere where collaboration is part of the culture
- Meaningful work with real responsibility at all stages of the litigation process
- Professional development and the opportunity to grow within the firm
- Competitive salary: $45,000 – $65,000 annually, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability coverage; Accident and critical illness coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) with safe harbor employer match
- Free onsite parking
The Role
The Litigation Legal Assistant provides dedicated, high-caliber support to attorneys across all phases of litigation. From managing complex case files and court deadlines to communicating with clients and coordinating trial preparation, this role sits at the heart of our litigation practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, revise, and format legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence
- Manage attorney calendars and track critical case deadlines
- Electronically file documents with state and federal courts
- Maintain organized electronic and physical case files
- Coordinate service of process and other case logistics
- Assist with discovery, pleadings, and trial preparation
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors
- Support billing and other administrative processes as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum of one year of litigation legal assistant experience (required)
- Associate degree, paralegal certificate, or legal assistant certificate (preferred, not required)
- Exceptional organizational skills and a sharp attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with professionalism and efficiency
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Sound judgment and unwavering commitment to confidentiality
- Dependable, proactive, and calm under deadline pressure
How to Apply
Ready to bring your skills to a firm that will appreciate them? Submit your resume and cover letter to:
kthaemert@hjlawfirm.com
- $45,000 - $65,000/year
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