Job Description

CCS Law is looking for a self motivated Legal assistant and/or Paralegal to support our family law practice. We welcome candidates who are interested in either full time or part time hours to apply. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney to ensure effective case management of our Family Law files.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of cases on a daily basis with varying deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, who frequently are experiencing a high amount of personal stress.
• Prepare from attorney dictation pleadings, correspondence and other documents.
• Monitor case throughout lifecycle, including deadlines and preparation of necessary filings.
• Prepare and file legal documents and correspondence at the direction of attorneys
• Answer and direct phone calls, respond timely to emails and greet visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars.

REQUIREMENTS

• Two year legal assistant or Paralegal certificate or diploma preferred. High school diploma or G.E.D. and two years of full-time legal assistant, or court clerk paid work experience also considered.
• Proven working experience as legal assistant, legal secretary, court clerk, or comparable office experience.
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English
• Working knowledge, or ability to learn case management software
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
• Successfully pass criminal history background check which includes fingerprinting.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Legal Assistant Certification or Paralegal Degree.
• Family Law Experience
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office

HOURS

• Schedule may vary based upon business needs and supervisor discretion. Health and retirement benefits available to full time candidates.
• After completion of a 6 month probationary period, the position can be hybrid with in office requirements on assigned days.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit their Resume and Cover Letter to Kayla@carsoncs.net with the subject line listing their favorite Starbucks Order. Any applications made through Indeed will not be considered.

Pay: $35,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55430

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