Legal Assistant - Bankruptcy and Creditor

Lee Hecht Harrison

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • $48,000–$91,000 Per Year

Highlights

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting attorneys in complex matters, and takes pride in providing exceptional client service. LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected Minneapolis law firm to identify a Legal Assistant to support a busy Bankruptcy & Creditors' Remedies practice.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMinneapolis, MN
Salary$48,000–$91,000 Per Year

Description

Legal Assistant - Bankruptcy & Creditors' Remedies

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Compensation: $48,000 - $91,000 (Depending on experience) + Comprehensive Benefits

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected Minneapolis law firm to identify a Legal Assistant to support a busy Bankruptcy & Creditors' Remedies practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting attorneys in complex matters, and takes pride in providing exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, edit, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, agreements, and other case-related documents.

  • Manage document comparisons, PDF conversions, scanning, and electronic file organization.

  • Electronically file documents in state, federal, bankruptcy, and appellate courts nationwide.

  • Maintain litigation calendars and docket court deadlines, scheduling orders, hearings, and briefing schedules.

  • Organize and maintain electronic and physical client files, pleadings, and supporting documentation.

  • Review and finalize attorney time entries and assist with billing and invoice management.

  • Coordinate attorney calendars, meetings, depositions, conferences, and travel arrangements.

  • Provide administrative support to attorneys and deliver outstanding client service to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Strong administrative experience in a legal or professional services environment.

  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Excellent written communication, grammar, proofreading, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and interruptions while maintaining accuracy.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work product.

Preferred:

  • 2+ years of experience supporting a Bankruptcy, Creditors' Rights, or Litigation practice.

  • Prior law firm experience.

  • Experience with legal document management and time-entry systems.

  • Familiarity with iManage and Intapp software platforms.

Ideal Candidate

  • Dependable, professional, and highly organized.

  • Thrives under pressure and consistently meets deadlines.

  • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Client-focused with a proactive and service-oriented mindset.

  • Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic legal environment.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $48,000 to $91,000, depending on experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Paid time off and paid holidays

  • Paid parental leave

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Additional voluntary benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $48,000.00 to $91,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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