Commerical Litigation Legal Assistant

Robert Half is looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Contract position is ideal for an organized candidate who can manage legal and administrative work with minimal direction while maintaining a high standard of client service. The role involves supporting matters across commercial litigation, dispute resolution, and bankruptcy-related proceedings in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee case files from opening through conclusion, ensuring records remain current, organized, and accessible throughout the life of each matter.

• Draft, format, and revise legal correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, and other substantive documents with strong attention to accuracy and presentation.

• Prepare filing packages for state and federal courts and submit documents electronically in accordance with court-specific rules and deadlines.

• Coordinate new matter intake activities and assist with related administrative steps needed to onboard clients and open files.

• Provide responsive support to attorneys and clients by balancing shifting priorities and maintaining consistent follow-through on urgent requests.

• Enter attorney time, assist with billing support, arrange business travel, and process expense reimbursements in a timely manner.

• Maintain calendars and track important dates, court deadlines, and case-related obligations to support smooth matter management.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience supporting commercial litigation, dispute resolution, or bankruptcy matters within a law firm or similar setting.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and make sound decisions with limited supervision.

• Hands-on experience preparing court documents and completing electronic filings in both state and federal courts.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Familiarity with document management platforms as well as timekeeping and billing software is preferred.

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion while maintaining accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and maintain close attention to detail.

Compensation

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