Paralegal-Business Litigation

Messerli Kramer, P.A.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Hybrid work schedule

401K with employer contribution

Parking reimbursement

Job summary

Messerli Kramer, P.A. is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join our Business Litigation team in Minnesota. This role supports attorneys through all phases of litigation, including interviewing, research, document drafting, and trial preparation.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of paralegal experience, a Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate, strong writing skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. E-Discovery knowledge and Everlaw experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of paralegal experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• E-Discovery knowledge required; Everlaw or similar tools preferred.
• High accuracy and attention to detail; ability to manage conflicting priorities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Case management: organize files, track deadlines, maintain databases.
• Draft and format pleadings, discovery materials, motions, subpoenas, and contracts.
• Manage e-discovery document collection, review, and production.
• Liaise with clients for information, witness preparation, and coordination with counsel.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, exhibits, and trail binders.
• Conduct legal research to support arguments and factual gathering.
• Support other practice groups on litigation-related projects.

Skills

Strong writing and communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Prioritization under deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Everlaw

Job description

WE ARE GROWING!

Messerli Kramer is a leading law firm in the Twin Cities founded in 1965 with locations in Minneapolis, St. Michael, St. Paul, and Plymouth, Minnesota. Known for our dedication and responsiveness, our attorneys and staff are focused on finding pragmatic solutions and producing remarkable results for our clients. Our clients trust us to help them navigate the myriad of legal issues that confront them in their business and personal lives.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Messerli Kramer is a leading law firm in the Twin Cities founded in 1965 with locations in Minneapolis, St. Michael, St. Paul, and Plymouth, Minnesota. Known for our dedication and responsiveness, our attorneys and staff are focused on finding pragmatic solutions and producing remarkable results for our clients. Our clients trust us to help them navigate the myriad of legal issues that confront them in their business and personal lives.

Messerli Kramer is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Business Litigation team as a Paralegal. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating with talented professionals, and gaining valuable experience in business law.

Position Details

Our Paralegals assist and provide a range of legal support and administration to lawyers and other legal professionals engaged in business litigation. The Paralegal will work directly with our attorneys to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process including conducting interviews, legal research, document drafting and filing and preparing for and attending trials.

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Organizing case files, tracking deadlines, and maintaining internal databases. (Everlaw)
• Document Preparation: Drafting and formatting pleadings, discovery and legal memoranda’s, motions, subpoenas, contracts and other legal documents.
• E-Discovery: Managing document collection, review and production in both physical and electronic form.
• Client and Witness Support: Liaising with clients for information, jury selection, preparing witnesses, and coordinating with outside counsel/experts.
• Trial Prep: Organizing exhibits, preparing trail binders, and assisting attorneys in court.
• Legal Research: Conducting research to support legal arguments and collect factual research and records.
• Project Management: Other projects/work as needed across other practice groups to assist with their litigation needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of paralegal experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong writing and communication skills
• E-Discovery knowledge required. Everlaw software preferred or similar tools
• Operates with a high degree of accuracy with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities while respecting tight deadlinesProven ability to establish professional working relationships with colleagues and external clients

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Flex Spending Accounts Available for Health Savings, Dependent Care, Limited Purpose and Flexible Savings Accounts.
• Employer Contribution to Heath Savings Account if enrolled in High Deductible Health Plan
• Voluntary Life Benefits and Employer Paid Basic Life/LTD
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Parking Reimbursement $100/month or 100% Paid Metro Transit Card
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• 401K Plan and Employer 4% Safe Harbor Contribution starts after completion of 1,000 hours on employee anniversary.
• Gym Reimbursement up to $120/annually
• Free Onsite Gym

Salary

Salary: $80,000-$100,000 depending on level of experience + annual discretionary bonus year end results and individual performance.

We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package and the opportunity to work with commensurate professionals who are experts in their field.

Salary Description

80,000-100,000 based on level of experience