Legal Assistant

Location: Sleepy Eye, Minnesota

Employment Type: Full-Time (35 Hour Work Week)

 

About Us:
Fischer Groen Law is a small-town law firm working in the areas of real estate, estate planning, estate and trust settlement, business, and elder law. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional, personalized legal advice to meet the wide range of legal needs for our clients. We are seeking a friendly and personable Legal Assistant to join our team in providing high-quality legal services.

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Why Join Us:

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Opportunity to develop professionally and grow within the firm

• Competitive compensation: $21 to $26 per hour, based on experience

• Benefits package: Paid time off and holidays; Retirement Plan with 3% Employer Match; Employer sponsored Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance; Family-friendly Work Hours (8am-4pm M-Th, 8am-12pm F)

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to team members, including drafting correspondence, managing calendars, and scheduling appointments

• Maintain and organize files, both electronic and paper, to ensure accuracy and accessibility

• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents with strong attention to detail

• Assist with client communication in a courteous, professional, and welcoming manner

• Manage incoming calls, emails, and mail promptly and professionally

• Conduct basic legal research as needed

• Coordinate deadlines, track tasks, and help ensure efficient workflow within the office

• Utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) to prepare documents, spreadsheets, and communications

 

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or administrative professional preferred but not required

• Exceptional organizational skills

• Friendly, personable, and comfortable interacting with clients

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook required)

• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially and with discretion and professionalism

• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively

 

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Alissa Groen at alissa@fischergroen.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.