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Paralegal jobs in Minneapolis, MN
Paralegals support attorneys by drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, and preparing for filings, hearings, and trials under attorney supervision.
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$21–$44/hr
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$63k
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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it tak…
$115k - $125k
ECMC Group is a nonprofit corporation focused on helping students succeed. Headquartered in Minneapolis, ECMC Group and its family of companies provide financial tools and services, as well as funding for innovative prog…
Our client, a growing mid-sized law firm in the west metro, is seeking a Trusts & Estates Attorney to join its expanding practice. As demand for the firm's estate planning and wealth preservation services continues to gr…
About this role:Wells Fargo Advisors is seeking a Senior Lead Business Growth Consultant to serve as a Black/African American (BAA) Advocate Coach. This role is responsible for driving advisor growth, professional develo…
Overview Founded in 1965, Messerli Kramer is a Top 20 Minnesota law firm with locations in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Plymouth. We have a hard-earned reputation within the business community of providing sound, reasoned…
$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
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a…
$90k - $110k
Core ResponsibilitiesSupport development and execution of sourcing strategies for key categories (e.g., metals, motors, bearings, drives)Analyze supplier performance and identify improvement opportunitiesParticipate in s…
We are looking for an E-Commerce Specialist to support and enhance digital commerce operations for a growing consumer-focused business in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in i…
$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…
Job Title : Personal Injury Paralegal Job Summary : We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated Personal Injury Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience in…
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What paralegals earn in Minneapolis
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $21–$27 | $43k–$56k |
| Mid level | $26–$34 | $54k–$71k |
| Senior | $32–$44 | $67k–$92k |
Adjusted for the Minneapolis market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Legal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Drafting pleadings and discoveryE-filing and court proceduresCase management softwareDocument review and e-discoveryCalendaring and deadlinesMeticulous attention to detailClient communicationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through how you manage deadlines across multiple active cases.
Describe a redundant system: court rules-based calendaring, reminders at set intervals, and double-checking computation of dates. A missed deadline story handled well is acceptable; a casual attitude is not.
What experience do you have drafting discovery and pleadings?
Be specific about documents: interrogatories, requests for production, deposition summaries, motions. Note that attorneys reviewed and signed, showing you know the supervision boundary.
How do you handle a client who asks you for legal advice?
The expected answer: acknowledge the question, explain you cannot give legal advice, and route it to the attorney promptly. This tests your understanding of unauthorized practice.
Describe your legal research process for an unfamiliar issue.
Show method: secondary sources first for orientation, then primary authority on Westlaw or Lexis, checking citations are still good law, and summarizing findings in a memo.
Tell me about preparing for a trial or major hearing.
Walk through exhibits, witness binders, subpoenas, and logistics, and how you kept the attorney supplied in the moment. Calm logistics under pressure is the trait being tested.
How do you handle confidential information, especially in a small community or firm?
Give concrete habits: clean desk, locked files, careful email addressing, and never discussing matters outside the team, plus conflict-check awareness.
What practice areas have you supported, and which do you prefer?
Be honest and map your experience to the firm's practice. Preferring their area with a reason grounded in the work reads as genuine fit.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For paralegals specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your paralegal certificate or degree and credentials like NALA CP or ACP, plus notary commission if you hold one.
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Name your practice areas and what you actually did in each, for example drafted discovery responses in personal injury litigation.
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Show software fluency: Westlaw or Lexis, Clio, Relativity or other e-discovery platforms, and state e-filing systems.
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Quantify caseload and output: number of active matters supported, filings per month, or pages of document review handled.
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Highlight deadline and trial support work explicitly; reliability under court deadlines is the core hiring concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Senior Paralegal
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Paralegal Manager
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