Posted: Aug 6, 2024
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Legal Administrative Assistant - Commercial Lending

Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. - Minneapolis, MN
Application Deadline: N/A

Winthrop & Weinstine is seeking a knowledgeable and driven Legal Administrative Assistant to work in our Commercial Lending Department - someone with strong attention to detail who can assist with the workload for busy attorneys and paralegals. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a close-knit team provides a challenging opportunity and an enjoyable workplace. The responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

  • Draft and format professional correspondence and documents.
  • Review, organize, assemble and scan documents in preparation for closings.
  • Prepare, circulate and track signature pages for closings.
  • Assist and maintain checklists in the preparation of closing books.
  • Process and transmit client documents and materials.
  • Process document comparisons.
  • Review, edit and finalize attorney time entries.
  • Process and distribute client invoices.
  • Organize and maintain electronic files and process new file openings.
  • Provide administrative support such as calendar and email maintenance, answering phones and making travel arrangements.
  • Provide quality, responsive customer service to clients and co-workers.

 

Requirements

 

  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy; excellent grammar, proofreading and communication skills.
  • Ability to work within a team environment and work well under pressure with deadlines.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work and follow assignments through to completion.
  • Strong initiative and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.
  • Professional demeanor, strong work ethic including dependability and accountability.
  • Experience with Box or similar cloud storage software.
  • Strong typing skills (both speed and accuracy).
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft suite and familiarity with FileSite electronic documentation.
  • At least one year of commercial lending legal administrative assistant experience in a law firm preferred.