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Messerli Kramer

<div>Overview

Founded in 1965, Messerli Kramer is a top-20 law firm in Minnesota, with offices in Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Michael and Plymouth, Minnesota. We have a well- earned reputation within the business community of providing sound, reasoned and comprehensive legal advice. With an emphasis on building lasting relationships with our clients, our professionals take the time to listen and understand their legal issues within the larger framework of their business as a whole. Known for our dedication and responsiveness, our attorneys and staff are focused on finding pragmatic solutions and producing remarkable results for our clients.

Messerli Kramer serves individuals and businesses through three unique, yet complementary divisions. In Minneapolis, we represent a variety of clients across a series of practice groups: Banking and Finance, Business Litigation, Corporate and Estate Planning, Commercial Real Estate and Family Law.

St. Michael Office Position Details

We are looking for an experience Associate Attorney for our St. Michael location, to join our fast-paced Business Litigation Department. The successful candidate must have exceptional legal research, writing, and critical thinking ability; high academic achievement; excellent verbal and written advocacy at motion hearings and trial; and the capacity to organize, prioritize and multi-task.

Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota and minimum of two years of experience as an attorney.
Essential Functions and Duties
<ul>
<li>Represent individuals or organizations related to workers&rsquo; compensation claims in court cases and other legal proceedings such as arbitrations, mediations and other law proceedings.</li>
<li>Research and investigate and analyze workers&rsquo; compensation cases.</li>
<li>Prepare pleadings, necessary documents and reports for workers compensation court proceedings.</li>
<li>Confer with workers compensation adjusters, attorneys and other interested parties.</li>
<li>Experience with Compensation Court of Appeals, the Minnesota Supreme Court and the State District Court.</li>
<li>Participate as a member of the team of lawyers who practice in the areas of workers compensation, employment and other business litigation matters.</li>
<li>Travel to represent and be comfortable presenting cases in front of judges and juries.</li>
<li>Conduct exceptional legal research and writing</li>
<li>Handle all legal disputes that occur in business context for the business litigation practice area.</li>
<li>Prepare information for court, interview witnesses and review documents and closing deals outside of courtrooms.</li>
<li>Prepare, attend and advocate at motion hearings and trials</li>
<li>Attend client and community events for business development opportunities</li>
<li>Focus on growing business litigation practice</li>
<li>Support designated clients in timely and professional manner</li>
</ul>
Required Knowledge and Experience
<ul>
<li>Worker&rsquo;s compensation laws and practices</li>
<li>Pleading and practice of effective presentation of court cases</li>
<li>Prior experience with motion practice, discovery disputes and trial preparation</li>
<li>Prior experience settling challenging disputes with contract negotiations or interpretations</li>
<li>Strong negotiation and persuasive skills with confidence in the courtroom</li>
</ul>
Core Competencies
<ul>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Strong critical thinking ability</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written advocacy</li>
<li>Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Highly professional with a strong customer service orientation, commitment to meeting deadlines, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced and dynamic environment</li>
<li>Strong professional, independent thinking skills with strength in problem solving and the ability to offer constructive opinions and creative solutions</li>
<li>A team player who motivates and educates other team members</li>
</ul>
Compensation and Bonus Information

Base compensation will vary based on level of experience. Associate compensation range $90,000-$120,000. Associate Attorneys are also eligible for monthly source and annual discretionary bonus incentives based on performance.

Benefits
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental, &amp; Vision Insurance</li>
<li>HSA &amp; FSA Accounts</li>
<li>Employer Contribution to HSA if enrolled in High Deductible Health Insurance plan</li>
<li>401K, with 4% company contribution (after completion of 1 year of service)</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Paid company holidays</li>
<li>Company Paid Basic Life Insurance</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Annual Marketing &amp; Business Development budget</li>
<li>Bar license and CLE reimbursements</li>
<li>Cell phone reimbursement</li>
<li>Gym reimbursement</li>
<li>Hybrid Remote Schedule</li>
</ul>
To Apply

If you are a motivated and talented attorney who is looking for a new opportunity, please apply through Paylocity or submit resume and salary expectations to: recruiting@messerlikramer.com.

Messerli Kramer is fully committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Messerli Kramer to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, military status, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other protected status.

We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment.

Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 612.672.3600 or email recruiting@messerlikramer.com.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the person in this position will encounter. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in a professional, fast paced office environment that may require additional hours to complete work.

The physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. If an employee is unable to perform the essential functions of the position, Messerli Kramer will evaluate whether a reasonable accommodation can be made to enable the employee to perform the described essential functions of the position. Generally, due to the nature of this office position, while performing the responsibilities of the position, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision.</div>

Workers’ Compensation Defense Associate Attorney

<div>Overview

Founded in 1965, Messerli Kramer is a top-20 law firm in Minnesota, with offices in Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Michael and Plymouth, Minnesota. We have a well- earned reputation within the business community of providing sound, reasoned and comprehensive legal advice. With an emphasis on building lasting relationships with our clients, our professionals take the time to listen and understand their legal issues within the larger framework of their business as a whole. Known for our dedication and responsiveness, our attorneys and staff are focused on finding pragmatic solutions and producing remarkable results for our clients.

Messerli Kramer serves individuals and businesses through three unique, yet complementary divisions. In Minneapolis, we represent a variety of clients across a series of practice groups: Banking and Finance, Business Litigation, Corporate and Estate Planning, Commercial Real Estate and Family Law.

Minneapolis Office Position Details

Messerli Kramer is seeking a highly-motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our legal team as a Banking &amp; Finance Legal Administrative Assistant in our Minneapolis office. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced environment, collaborate with skilled professionals, and build valuable experience. In this role, you will work alongside two other legal assistants in a team-based support model, collectively providing assistance to five attorneys within the practice group.

General Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Assisting the attorneys in preparing correspondence, loan documents, signature pages and making closing transcripts and other transactional matters.</li>
<li>Editing, assembling and filing documents</li>
<li>Maintaining open/active client files both in electronic and physical formats in accordance with firm standards.</li>
<li>Managing and organizing legal department databases and systems, including document management systems, and maintaining client files and contact information.</li>
<li>Assisting with managing attorneys&rsquo; calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating appointments, and tracking deadlines</li>
<li>Tracking and recording the time spent by attorneys and other legal professionals on various tasks and activities, and ensuring that the invoices are accurate, detailed, and comply with client billing guidelines.</li>
<li>Review and edit proformas (attorney billing) monthly as assigned.</li>
<li>Performing administrative duties, including coordinating travel arrangements, processing expense reports, and managing other related tasks as required.</li>
</ul>
Position Expectations
<ul>
<li>Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work with and take direction from multiple individuals, as well as the ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Strong commitment to (internal/external) client</li>
<li>Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.</li>
<li>Problem‐solver with the ability to be flexible and use sound judgment, multi‐task, prioritize and deliver accurate work product within multiple and competing deadlines.</li>
<li>Enthusiastic and friendly with the demonstrated ability to work with people at various levels within and outside of the Firm.</li>
</ul>
Required Education, Experience and Skills
<ul>
<li>3+ years of legal administrative experience in transactional work (Banking &amp; Finance/Real Estate/Corporate) preferred.</li>
<li>Minimum of high school graduation (business school or related professional legal administrative degree preferred).</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li>
<li>Strong proficiency with Kofax and/or Adobe PDF platforms.</li>
<li>Strong proficiency with Sharefile.</li>
<li>Proven ability to manage multiple calendars.</li>
<li>Experience with Time &amp; Billing System. LMS (Surepoint) knowledge helpful.</li>
</ul>
Company Benefits
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans</li>
<li>Basic Life, Voluntary Life and Accidental/Critical Illness plans</li>
<li>Paid Employer Health Savings Contribution if enrolled in 3500 High Deductible plan.</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan</li>
<li>Full time employees eligible for 4% 401K Employer Safe Harbor contribution after completion of one year of service</li>
<li>Paid leave and disability coverage for eligible employees</li>
<li>$100 monthly parking reimbursement</li>
<li>$120 annual gym membership reimbursement</li>
<li>Generous paid time off</li>
<li>Employee recognition program</li>
<li>Business casual attire and casual Fridays</li>
<li>5-hour work week, with a one-hour lunch break</li>
<li>Supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity, teamwork, and collaboration.</li>
<li>Hybrid work model (Two days onsite per week required)</li>
<li>Company Holidays</li>
</ul>
Compensation and Discretionary Bonus Information

Base compensation will vary based on level of experience. Hourly compensation range $30.00-$47.00 depending on level of experience. Legal Administrative Assistants are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on individual and year end company results.

To Apply

If you are a motivated and talented attorney who is looking for a new opportunity, please apply through Paylocity or submit resume and salary expectations to: recruiting@messerlikramer.com.

Messerli Kramer is fully committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Messerli Kramer to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, military status, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other protected status.

We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment.

Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 612.672.3600 or email recruiting@messerlikramer.com.</div>

Legal Administrative Assistant – Banking & Finance

<div>Overview

Founded in 1965, Messerli Kramer is a top-20 law firm in Minnesota, with offices in Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Michael and Plymouth, Minnesota. We have a well- earned reputation within the business community of providing sound, reasoned and comprehensive legal advice. With an emphasis on building lasting relationships with our clients, our professionals take the time to listen and understand their legal issues within the larger framework of their business as a whole. Known for our dedication and responsiveness, our attorneys and staff are focused on finding pragmatic solutions and producing remarkable results for our clients.

Messerli Kramer serves individuals and businesses through three unique, yet complementary divisions. In Minneapolis, we represent a variety of clients across a series of practice groups: Banking and Finance, Business Litigation, Corporate and Estate Planning, Commercial Real Estate and Family Law.

Minneapolis Office Position Details

Messerli Kramer is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support our Litigation and Family Law practices. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, supporting attorneys on a wide range of litigation matters while also assisting clients through sensitive family law matters. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage both procedural and client-facing responsibilities with professionalism and care.

General Responsibilities

Document Preparation (Core Function)
<ul>
<li>Edit, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery, correspondence, and family law filings</li>
<li>Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with court requirements and deadlines</li>
</ul>
Litigation &amp; Family Law Support
<ul>
<li>Prepare and file court documents (including e-filing) in state and federal courts</li>
<li>Manage case files, track deadlines, and maintain litigation and family law calendars</li>
<li>Assist with discovery, hearing, and trial preparation</li>
</ul>
Client &amp; Case Management
<ul>
<li>Communicate with clients in a professional and empathetic manner, particularly in sensitive family law matters</li>
<li>Maintain and organize client files and case materials</li>
<li>Coordinate meetings, mediations, depositions, and court appearances</li>
</ul>
Administrative &amp; Operational Support
<ul>
<li>Manage attorneys&rsquo; calendars, scheduling meetings, hearings, and deadlines</li>
<li>Record attorney time and assist with billing accuracy and compliance</li>
<li>Maintain document management systems and update client information</li>
<li>Process expense reports and provide general administrative support</li>
<li>Proactively ensure attorneys are prepared with necessary materials for meetings, hearings, depositions, and client conferences</li>
</ul>
Position Expectations
<ul>
<li>Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to communicate with professionalism, discretion, and empathy</li>
<li>Ability to work with and take direction from multiple individuals, as well as work independently</li>
<li>Strong commitment to client service</li>
<li>Excellent planning, prioritization, and organizational skills</li>
<li>Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines</li>
<li>Strong drafting and proofreading skills with high attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to problem-solve and exercise sound judgment</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment</li>
<li>Positive and professional demeanor</li>
</ul>
Requirements
<ul>
<li>3+ years of legal administrative experience (Litigation and/or Family Law experience preferred)</li>
<li>Minimum of high school diploma (business school or related legal administrative or paralegal education preferred)</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite</li>
<li>Experience managing multiple calendars and deadlines</li>
<li>Familiarity with court rules, filing procedures, and legal terminology</li>
</ul>
Company Benefits
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent Care, Limited Purpose)</li>
<li>Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (if enrolled in HDHP)</li>
<li>Voluntary Life Benefits and Employer-Paid Basic Life/LTD</li>
<li>Paid Maternity and Parental Leave</li>
<li>Parking Reimbursement ($100/month) or 100% Paid Metro Transit Card</li>
<li>Hybrid Work Schedule</li>
<li>401(k) Plan with Employer 4% Safe Harbor Contribution (after eligibility)</li>
<li>Gym Reimbursement up to $120 annually</li>
<li>Free Onsite Gym</li>
</ul>
Salary

$55,000 &ndash; $90,000 depending on level of experience, plus annual discretionary bonus based on individual and firm performance.

To Apply

If you are a motivated and talented attorney who is looking for a new opportunity, please apply through Paylocity or submit resume and salary expectations to: recruiting@messerlikramer.com.

Messerli Kramer is fully committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Messerli Kramer to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, military status, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other protected status.

We conduct criminal background checks on all individuals offered employment.

Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at 612.672.3600 or email recruiting@messerlikramer.com.</div>

Legal Administrative Assistant – Litigation & Family Law

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