Legal Assistant

Applicants should be experienced, highly organized professionals with great attention to detail. If this sounds like a job you'll love, apply below.

Compensation:

$22 - $25 hourly

Responsibilities:

Prepare estate planning documents through the law firm's established systems Identify missing information and proactively seek it out from clients Assist attorneys in maintaining excellent file organization Compile and enter all data into the client database Utilize the law firm's file management system Maintain exceptional client service for all law firm clients by greeting clients, cleaning the conference room, and answering phones Organize our case filing systems to ensure all documents are properly sorted and easy to locate, and perform other administrative duties as needed

Qualifications:

Must have the ability to work in the office in Rochester, MN Must be able to pass a criminal background check Must have great time-management skills and organizational skills 3+ years of legal service experience under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education ABA-approved paralegal certificate program, such as an Associate's degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor's degree desired Must have strong interpersonal skills and a talent for writing and grammar About Company Wagner Oehler, Ltd. is one of the premier law firms in southeastern Minnesota, concentrating on estate planning and administration, real estate title production, and small business law. We look for individuals with a strong sense of community, a focus on details, and a willingness to be part of a growing team. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and development opportunities. We are limited to the following practice areas: Real estate and title examination Estate planning Estate Administration Farm succession planning Business law Our mission is to provide empathetic advice from our skilled legal professionals who are dedicated to empowering clients to make strategic, informed decisions to achieve their desired outcomes.