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Ballard Spahr LLP is excited to announce an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in the Minneapolis office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals eager to kickstart ...

Ballard Spahr LLP is excited to announce an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in the Minneapolis office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals eager to kickstart ...

Ballard Spahr LLP is excited to announce an entry-level position for a Legal Support Assistant in the Minneapolis office. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals eager to kickstart ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level legal in Minnesota is $54,278.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,200.00 and $61,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Entry level legal jobs are positions within the legal field that are designed for individuals who are just starting their careers, often recent graduates of law school or those with minimal legal experience. These roles can include positions such as paralegal, legal assistant, junior associate, or legal secretary. Entry level legal jobs provide foundational experience and exposure to legal procedures, client interaction, and case management, and are often stepping stones to more advanced legal roles. Responsibilities typically include legal research, document preparation, administrative support, and assisting senior attorneys with casework.

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As an entry-level legal professional, you will typically handle tasks such as legal research, drafting basic documents, organizing case files, and assisting attorneys with trial preparation. You may also be responsible for communicating with clients, scheduling meetings, and supporting discovery processes. To prepare, familiarize yourself with legal research tools, practice attention to detail, and develop strong organizational skills. Collaboration is common, so being proactive in seeking guidance and feedback from more experienced team members will help you learn and grow in your role.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Legal professional, you need a solid understanding of legal principles, strong research and writing abilities, and at least a bachelor's degree—often with paralegal certification or a law-related background. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis and proficiency in document management systems are commonly required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with legal teams and clients are standout soft skills. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate legal support, effective case preparation, and seamless collaboration in a fast-paced legal environment.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Legal job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,278 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Legal Administrative Assistant- Entry Level

Golden Valley, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description


Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. - Legal Administrative Assistant


JOB SUMMARY as a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

  • Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies into the Firm's system of record.
  • Generate pleadings and other legal documents for attorney review.
  • File documents with the courts via the traditional and electronic filings methods.
  • Perform general clerical duties including data entry, scanning, photocopying, collating, and faxing.
  • All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

  • Responsible individual who can work both, independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to communicate in an effective and professional manner
  • Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with basic office hardware such as scanners, fax machine, copiers, etc.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Superior problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic and dependability. 

COMPETENCIES

  • Accountability 20%
  • Team Work 20%
  • Job Knowledge 20%
  • Organizational Skills 20%
  • Work Quality Assessment 20%

TRAVEL – This position requires up to 0-5% travel. Travel excludes local commute.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Pet Insurance, 401k, Profit Sharing, and Student Debt Retirement Savings Program.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)/ Paid Holidays 


Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (hereinafter “the Firm”) is multi-state litigation law firm representing creditors in all aspects of legal collection process. The Firm is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota with offices in Arizona, California, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, Utah, and Wisconsin. Its practice is focused on the development of attorneys’ litigation skills, strategies and industry knowledge.   

CULTURE  At Gurstel, we operate on our Core Values of Doing Right, Achieving Results, and Maintaining our Integrity. We champion diversity and are a very fast-paced, enthusiastic group of people! Success is celebrated and we are looking for people who share those same values with the drive to exceed expectations and think outside the box! Our culture is what makes our Firm a fun and rewarding place to work.

EOE- Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/W/D/V) dedicated to diversity in the workplace and offers a great work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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