Description

Would you like to be recognized for excellent performance and a positive attitude? Then, you will love working at DeWitt LLP. Our firm attracts and retains employees based on four core values: prioritizing teammates, encouraging problem solvers, supporting dedication to excellence and self-improvement, and aligning with positive character. 

DeWitt seeks a full-time Legal Assistant with at least one year of law firm experience for its Minneapolis, Minnesota, location. A DeWitt employee must be a team player, detail-oriented, have a proven work ethic, and have excellent communication skills. Savvy technical skills, professionalism, and the capability to manage workflow from multiple attorneys will make you a well-rounded candidate. 

Responsibilities: 

• Prepare, format, proofread, revise, profile, and save correspondence and drafts of documents to the document management system (Netdocs)
• Document reproduction, including printing, copying, scanning, and client file maintenance
• Client billing activities such as time entry, proofreading, modifying, and sending client invoices
• Client contact, monitor email, and regular mail to resolve questions from clients and co-workers
• Scheduling support, expense reimbursement management, and overall administrative support for multiple attorneys
• Conducting conflict checks and opening new client/matter files in the firm’s time and billing system (Aderant)
• Provide backup support for receptionist breaks and paid time off
• Assist additional attorneys as needed during support staff paid time off

Requirements

• Prior law firm experience in the areas of estate planning, business, and real estate is preferred but not required
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, including Word, Excel, and Outlook 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written and strong client service acumen
• Aptness to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Strong time management skills for undertaking a large volume of work

DeWitt employees enjoy the following benefits, each with its criteria for participation:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with 5.7% profit sharing
• Accrued paid time off with rollover and payout opportunities
• Paid holidays
• Tenure and seniority bonuses

Professionalism, communication, courtesy, and respect are the foundation of DeWitt's work environment and culture. 

DeWitt employees are requested to work onsite for three days per week and have the opportunity to work remotely for two days. Employees must meet specific requirements for this opportunity. 

At DeWitt, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone's unique skills and perspectives are valued and respected.