Paralegal or Legal Assistant

Paralegal or Legal Assistant – Alexandria, MN
This position will assist an attorney and paralegals within the estate planning group and will work in the areas of estate planning, probate, real estate, land use, business succession, agricultural, and business/corporate law. Our work is fast-paced and challenging, but also mentally stimulating and interesting. We pride ourselves on a collegial work environment and support our employees by cultivating a friendly and fun working culture. Talented individuals from all sectors are encouraged to apply.

Essential Responsibilities:
- Set up new client files, scan documents into correct file/folder, and keep files up to date.
- Collect potential client information.
- Follow up and complete assigned tasks.
- Coordinate meetings in conference rooms, ensure conference rooms are available and prepared.
- Timely on deadlines.
- Complete additional assignments as required.

Preferred Skills:
- Self-starter with ability to seek and complete tasks independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Perceptive and meticulous.
- Capacity to regulate and perform under stress.

Education/Experience:
- Paralegal degree or certificate is preferred but not required.
- Prior law firm or financial-sector experience is preferred but not required.
- Pemberton Law will train suitable candidates.

Parameters:
- Full-time, Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm equaling 37.5 hours per week.
- In-office (non-remote).

Additional Information:
Pemberton Law offers a competitive wage crediting education and experience. This position is non-supervisory, receives an hourly rate of pay, and qualifies for overtime. Physical requirements are sitting for extended periods and lifting/moving file boxes depending on needs of the day. Dress code is business-professional when working with clients or in a courtroom setting, and business casual otherwise.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Office: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Alexandria, MN 56308 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Alexandria, MN 56308: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person