Paralegal/LAA Hybrid Role-Trust and Estates

Messerli Kramer, P.A.; Saint Michael (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employer-paid Life and LTD insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with Safe Harbor

Job summary

Messerli Kramer, P.A. in Saint Michael, MN seeks a skilled Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal to support trusts and estates practice.

The role blends drafting, document management, calendar control, and client file handling in a collaborative, hybrid work environment. You will work closely with attorneys to prepare probate filings, estate planning documents, and correspondence, while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely filing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal experience in a LAA, paralegal, or hybrid role.
• Significant experience drafting legal documents required.
• Experience in Trusts & Estates strongly preferred.
• High school diploma required; paralegal certificate or related education preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
• Familiarity with court rules, procedures, and legal terminology.

Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.
• Support probate and estate administration matters.
• Manage calendars, billing, and client files; provide administrative support.

Skills

Legal drafting

Document management

E-filing

Microsoft Office

Trusts & Estates

Education

High school diploma

Paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Document management systems

E-filing

Job description

Messerli Kramer is a leading law firm in the Twin Cities, founded in 1965, with locations in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Plymouth, and St. Michael, Minnesota. Known for our dedication and responsiveness, our attorneys and staff focus on finding pragmatic solutions and delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our clients trust us to help navigate the complex legal issues they face in both their business and personal lives.

Job Type

Full-time

Legal Administrative Assistant / Paralegal

This position is for our St. Michael, MN office.

General Responsibilities

Drafting & Legal Document Management

• Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents, including estate planning documents, probate filings, and correspondence
• Proofread and ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with court and client standards
• Work closely with attorneys to develop and refine documents from initial draft through execution/filing

Trusts & Estates Support

• Assist with probate and estate administration matters
• Prepare and update estate planning documents and related materials
• Assist with document organization and preparation
• Conduct basic legal research and assist attorneys with case development

Administrative & Operational Support

• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, hearings, and deadlines
• Maintain document management systems and client files
• Assist with billing
• Provide general administrative support, including expense processing

WHY JOIN US?

• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to take ownership of substantive legal work while maintaining variety in your role

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $55,000 – $62,000 (depending on experience) + discretionary bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (with employer contribution, if eligible)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, limited purpose)
• Employer-paid Life and LTD insurance + voluntary options
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with 4% Safe Harbor contribution (after eligibility)

Requirements

• 3+ years of legal experience in an LAA, paralegal, or hybrid role
• Significant experience drafting legal documents required
• Experience in Trusts & Estates strongly preferred
• High school diploma required; paralegal certificate or related education preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with document management systems and e-filing
• Familiarity with court rules, procedures, and legal terminology
• Paralegal certificate (helpful)

Salary Description

$55,000 – $62,000 (depending on experience)