Paralegal
About Us
We are an established, multi-office Minnesota law firm with locations in Faribault, Janesville, Owatonna, and Waseca. Our attorneys practice in a wide range of areas, including criminal law, family law, personal injury, workers’ compensation, business law, estate planning, probate, real estate, and general civil matters. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality legal services while maintaining a professional, collaborative, and supportive work environment.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Paralegal for our Janesville, Owatonna and Waseca office. This role provides legal support to attorneys across multiple practice areas and requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced law office. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing cases from intake through resolution.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct paralegal support to assigned attorneys
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Assist with case strategy by organizing facts, exhibits, and supporting materials
- Manage case files, deadlines, and court calendars
- Prepare and coordinate discovery, subpoenas, and exhibits
- Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and experts as directed by attorneys
- Conduct legal and factual research as needed
- Assist with trial, hearing, mediation, and deposition preparation
- Ensure compliance with court rules, deadlines, and attorney instructions
Required Qualifications
- Prior paralegal or legal assistant experience preferredÂ
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work independently
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel); experience with legal software is a plus
- Professional, dependable, and client-focused demeanor
Why Join Us
- Direct, hands-on work with attorneys
- Exposure to multiple practice areas
- Supportive, team-oriented firm culture
- Competitive compensation based on experience