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Legal Assistant jobs in Minneapolis, MN
Legal assistants keep law offices organized, handling scheduling, correspondence, client intake, billing entries, and document preparation so attorneys can focus on casework.
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$19–$35/hr
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$53k
Median, full-time
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things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced leader to oversee legal entity governance and compliance activities across a large, complex organizati…
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or responsibilities as assigned.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Legal Studies, or a related field; or an additional two years of relevant IT experience i…
planning and closely held business transition strategiesCollaborate with attorneys in the firm's business and real estate practice groups to provide holistic legal counselDevelop and maintain strong client relationships…
business community of providing sound, reasoned and comprehensive legal services. With an emphasis on building lasting relationships... ...company holidays ~Company paid Basic Life Insurance ~Employee Assistance Program…
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.Employees support our focus on building strong customer…
$117k - $175.4k
Your work days are brighter here.We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and ag…
$110.3k - $165.5k
client relationships.Manage projects and project teams to meet client’s scope, schedule, budget, and profit expectations.Manage and assist with the preparation of project deliverables.Use engineering principles to provid…
minimize disruption to customers.• Apply ecommerce best practices to improve site usability, operational effectiveness, and overall online performance.• Assist with content and catalog migration activities tied to new si…
$250k - $300k
Job Details: Labor & Employment Associate Attorney A leading national law firm is seeking an experience labor & employment attorney to join its Minneapolis team. This attorney will work closely with senior attorneys and…
$45 per hour
Coloplast is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant Contractor to provide administrative and operational support to the Vice President & General Counsel North America, and the Corporate Paralegal.…
$65k - $85k
consistently rated among the top patent, copyright and trademark firms. We currently have an opportunity for a patent prosecution legal assistant. The salary range for the position is $65,000-$85,000, based years of expe…
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What legal assistants earn in Minneapolis
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$24 | $39k–$49k |
| Mid level | $23–$28 | $47k–$59k |
| Senior | $27–$35 | $56k–$73k |
Adjusted for the Minneapolis market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Calendar and docket managementLegal document formattingClient intake and communicationTime entry and billing supportFile organization (paper and digital)Discretion and confidentialityMicrosoft Office and PDF toolsMultitasking across attorneys
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you manage calendars and deadlines for multiple attorneys?
Describe your system for court dates, statutes of limitation, and reminders, plus how you confirm rather than assume. Precision is the whole job.
A client calls upset about their case and their attorney is in court. What do you do?
Show calm boundaries: listen, take detailed notes, avoid giving legal advice or case predictions, and commit to a specific callback you then make happen.
What experience do you have with legal documents and formatting?
Name the documents: engagement letters, pleadings shells, tables of authorities, proofs of service. Mention firm style rules and court formatting requirements.
How do you handle confidential or sensitive material day to day?
Give habits, not principles: locked screens, careful recipients on email, no case talk in shared spaces, and shredding protocols.
Tell me about supporting billing: time entry, prebills, or client invoicing.
Mention the billing software you used, attorneys' time you entered or chased, and accuracy checks before bills went out. Firms feel billing pain acutely.
Describe a time you caught an error before it went out the door.
A small, concrete story works: a wrong date, misspelled party name, or missing attachment. Show your proofreading routine, not luck.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For legal assistants specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Name the practice areas and firm sizes you have supported, since a solo family-law office and Big Law demand different rhythms.
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List legal software you know: Clio, MyCase, ProLaw, iManage, or NetDocuments, plus e-filing portal experience.
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Show typing speed and document production skills, including advanced Word formatting like TOAs and styles.
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Quantify your support load, such as three attorneys with full calendar, intake, and billing responsibility.
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Mention a notary commission and any legal assistant or paralegal coursework; both add immediate value to small firms.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Receptionist / Office Assistant
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Legal Assistant
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Senior Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Office Administrator
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