Blethen Berens, a full-service law firm in Mankato and New Ulm has an opening for a full time paralegal. This position will assist a variety of attorneys and legal areas including personal injury, insurance defense, family law, employment law, real estate and estate planning. The right candidate will have good legal research skills, understand the litigation cycle, be highly organized with an aptitude for detail, and able to work under pressure with or without direct supervision. Candidates must be flexible, reliable and be willing to work overtime if necessary. Last, but not least, the right candidate must have exceptional interpersonal skills, a strong attention to detail, a great team-oriented attitude, and a willingness to help. This position has a lot of autonomy for the right person. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Conduct investigation, discovery and thorough document review Interview witnesses Draft pleadings Draft and respond to discovery Summarize depositions Maintain file calendars and organized files Prepare and draft correspondence Assist attorneys with trial preparation and assist with Trial Director software Attend foreclosure sales Conduct title examination review Managing and billing time worked for clients Accumulation and summarization of records Communicate with several parties to schedule mediations Skills/Requirements: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to interact with all clients in a warm, friendly and respectful manner Strong analytical and problem solving skills Ability to work cohesively within a team environment Excellent computer skills and a willingness to learn In-depth knowledge of electronic research technology a plus Must be detail oriented Superior time management skills Effectively multitask and prioritize tasks Flexible and reliable Paralegal certificate/degree preferred, but not required Prior paralegal experience preferred Must be able to use proper equipment to lift and carry bulky items over 25 pounds Ability to work independently with little direct supervision Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
Salary: $23 - $28 an hour
Employment Type: Full-time
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