Legal Administrative Assistant (Minneapolis)

Legal Assistant - Real Estate - Onsite in Minneapolis, MN

Are you an organized and detail-focused Legal Assistant with experience supporting attorneys and paralegals in a busy transactional practice?

THE RIGHT STAFF is excited to partner with a well-regarded Minneapolis law firm seeking a Legal Assistant to support their Real Estate Department . This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety in their day, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and takes pride in helping attorneys keep complex matters running smoothly.

If you're proactive, resourceful, and enjoy working with a collaborative team on high-volume real estate and corporate transactions, this could be an excellent next step in your legal career.

Essential Job Duties :

Draft, edit, and prepare organizational documents and related materials for real estate and transactional matters.

Assist in preparing and updating closing checklists; support attorneys and paralegals in all stages of deal closings.

Serve as a point of contact between attorneys and clients; coordinate communication and document exchange.

Track progress of ongoing client matters; provide regular updates to the team on status and required next steps.

Manage post-closing tasks, including assembling closing binders and finalizing documentation.

Calendar key closing dates, deadlines, and critical transaction timelines.

Maintain accurate electronic client files, ensuring current organizational and transactional documents are uploaded.

Monitor attorney inboxes, process electronic filing of client records, and open new matter files.

Assist with billing tasks, including processing invoices and reimbursement requests.

Form business entities and request certificates and tax identification numbers from state agencies and the IRS.

Minimum Requirements :

1+ years of corporate or transactional legal assistant experience in a law firm environment.

Interest in or exposure to real estate or corporate law.

Previous experience providing administrative support in a legal setting.

Familiarity with legal software systems such as iManage and InTapp.

Strong computer and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office required.

Excellent grammar, proofreading abilities, and strong attention to detail.

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities, shifting tasks, and frequent interruptions.

Professional communication skills with the ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and staff.

Ability to work additional hours as required to meet transactional deadlines.

Position Benefits, Pay, and Schedule :

Direct-hire opportunity with competitive salary and full benefits, including medical, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and additional voluntary benefits.

Full-time onsite / hybrid position in downtown Minneapolis with a supportive and team-oriented environment.

Compensation ranges from $48,000 to $91,000 annually, depending on experience and level of expertise.

Standard work hours are Monday-Friday, 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM.

TO APPLY :

Please upload your resume along with your contact information and a brief cover letter. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

To view additional opportunities or apply directly, visit : www.therightstaff.com / searchjobsnow

THE RIGHT STAFF is dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals. Whether you're seeking a long-term fit or looking to grow your experience, we're here to support your professional journey.

THE RIGHT STAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.