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Position: Legal Assistant or Paralegal
Swenson Lervick is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented legal assistant or paralegal to join our firm. This role is central to our real estate and business formation-focused practice and is well suited for someone eager to learn, develop practical legal skills, and grow into the position. No prior legal experience is required; training will be provided.
Overview of Practice
Our practice focuses on real estate and related transactional matters, including conveyancing, title work, quiet title actions, foreclosures, and related business and creditor-remedy matters. The position offers hands-on experience and regular interaction with clients and public offices.
Key Responsibilities
Client intake and communication, including answering phones, meeting with potential clients, conflict checks, opening files in Clio, scheduling appointments, and preparing engagement materials. General client communication by phone, email, and in person, including scheduling and message intake. Mail handling, scanning and filing documents, and preparing correspondence. Assisting with real estate matters, including drafting deeds and related documents, title searches, e-recordings, eCRVs, and 1099-S filings. Drafting and filing business entity documents, including LLC formations and related filings. Assisting with quiet title actions, foreclosures, and bankruptcy matters, including preparation and filing of pleadings.
Qualifications
Willingness to learn and take direction
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Good written and verbal communication skills
Comfort with technology and learning new systems
Professional and dependable work ethic
Position Details
This position is available on a full-time basis; however, part-time employment will be
considered for the right individual. Training will be provided. Compensation will be
commensurate with experience and aptitude.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter describing their interest in the position to contact@alexandriamnlaw.com
Ranked as one the top micropolitans in the U.S. and as the #1 micropolitan in Minnesota, Alexandria is surrounded by great lakes for year-round fun and even greater people! We are conveniently located between Fargo and Minneapolis and offer a large client base and a collegial local bar association without the hustle and bustle of the big city. Our team offers opportunities for personal and professional growth and values community involvement. Alexandria is known to be an excellent place to live, work, and raise a family.
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