Legal Assistant – Real Estate

Minneapolis, MN | Hybrid

Our client, a respected Minneapolis law firm, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join its Real Estate practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting complex commercial real estate transactions in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, thrives on managing multiple priorities, and enjoys working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and clients from the beginning of a transaction through closing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and legal support to a team of Real Estate attorneys and paralegals.
• Draft, revise, and organize entity and transaction-related documents.
• Create, maintain, and update closing checklists.
• Coordinate and assist with commercial real estate closings.
• Prepare and organize closing books and post-closing documents.
• Send, receive, and track signature pages and original documents.
• Maintain attorney calendars and monitor critical closing deadlines.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding documentation and transaction status.
• Open new client matters and maintain electronic client files.
• Monitor attorney inboxes and electronically file documents.
• Process client invoices, expense reimbursements, and administrative requests.
• Perform document comparisons and proofreading.
• Form business entities and obtain certificates from the Secretary of State and IRS.
• Assist with additional projects and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting attorneys or professionals in a legal or professional services environment.
• Prior experience in real estate law, corporate law, or commercial transactions is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proofreading and document formatting abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Experience with legal software such as iManage, InTapp, or similar document management systems is a plus.

What We're Looking For

• Professional, dependable, and proactive.
• Strong client service mindset.
• Excellent follow-through and ownership of assignments.
• Comfortable juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a legal team.
• Interest in commercial real estate law and transactional practice.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $48,000–$91,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits

About the Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established Minneapolis law firm known for its collaborative culture, long-tenured employees, and sophisticated transactional practice. The firm offers meaningful work, strong mentorship, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.