Legal Secretary

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central minnesota legal servicesMinneapolis (MN)

Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants Offices of Lawyers

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$53,619

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About the role

Central Minnesota Legal Services: Full-Time Legal Secretary position available for our Minneapolis office. Background: CMLS is a nonprofit law firm providing free legal representation to clients with low income in 21 counties in central Minnesota. The Minneapolis office serves Anoka and Hennepin Counties. Our mission is to advocate for access to the civil justice system for individuals with low income by providing high quality legal services, and to improve the lives of people living in poverty by empowering self-advocacy skills through legal education. CMLS is funded primarily by a grant from the Legal Services Corporation. CMLS also has other funding sources to provide civil legal services to other low-income populations in its service area. CMLS enjoys a good rapport with, and strong support from, the organized bar and the local judiciary.

Responsibilities: The Legal Secretary will work within a team structure to support primarily administrative work. Administrative tasks include receptionist duties, answering phones and screening calls, drafting correspondence, processing incoming and outgoing mail and other interoffice communications, some light accounting tasks, preparation of reports, organizational tasks assigned by the Executive Director, and other duties as requested to facilitate office functions. Duties include entering accurate information into Legal Server, the firm’s electronic case management system. This position will be physically in the office five days per week.

Qualifications: Familiarity with the Minnesota state court legal system and previous work in an office environment preferred but not required. Demonstrated commitment to furthering principles of inclusion and belonging, and ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds are essential. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, and communities to apply. We welcome information about how your experience can contribute to serving our diverse client community. Must have strong communication skills, ability to work constructively in a team setting, exhibit good judgment, and ability to learn quickly and work independently. Attention to detail, excellent computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Office 365, and ability to use office equipment are required. Ability to speak Spanish, Somali or other languages a plus.

Salary: Starting at $53,619, final salary dependent on experience based on the CMLS salary schedule. Excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, 403(b) match, pre-tax flexible spending accounts for health care, dependent care, and commute, generous vacation and sick leave. Starting Date: As soon as possible after position is filled.

Application Deadline: : Apply online at. Application requires a letter of interest, resume, and references. Applications will be considered as they are received. Preference for those that apply by October 31, 2025, but will accept applications until position is filled. No Phone Calls Please Central Minnesota Legal Services is an

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