We are currently hiring a Temporary Legal Assistant on behalf of our client, a reputable law firm in Duluth, MN. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, professional individual with prior legal office experience. As a Legal Assistant, you will play a critical part in supporting attorneys and legal staff by managing communications, preparing documents, and maintaining case files with the highest degree of accuracy and confidentiality.
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Duration: Beginning mid-June and continuing through August 2025
Work Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Responsibilities:
- Answer and direct incoming calls, taking accurate and detailed messages as needed
- Manage all incoming and outgoing communications (email, mail, fax)
- Prepare and type memoranda, correspondence, and legal documents from dictation or notes
- Maintain both physical and electronic legal files in an organized and efficient manner
- Draft and revise routine correspondence under attorney supervision
- Perform administrative duties such as scanning, photocopying, compiling exhibits, billing support, and data entry
- Ensure cleanliness and organization of common office and kitchen spaces
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethical standards
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and legal professionals
Skill & Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a legal or administrative support role preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software
- Familiar with legal terminology and professional formatting of legal documents
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Professional demeanor and discretion in handling confidential information
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).