Family Law / Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Web ID: W6303

Classification: LegalLegal Assistant

City: Lawrence

State: KS

Compensation: $40,000 to $50,000 DOE

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Benefits: Great Benefits

Summary:

A well-established law firm specializing in family, state, federal, civil and criminal litigation is currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant.

Job Description:

• Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support with minimal supervision
• Answer phone calls
• Calendar litigation deadlines and perform administrative tasks as necessary
• Ensure calendar and billing sheets are up to date
• Record and store client information
• Prepare, edit, review, and organize legal documents and correspondence
• Responsible for creation and maintenance of files
• Responsible for opening new matters, running conflict checks and preparing engagement letters
• Handle incoming calls.
• Schedule appointments and maintain attorneys calendar, including travel arrangements
• Responsible for attorney time entry and expense reimbursements
• Ensure documentation is properly filed electronically and physically

Job Requirements:

• 5 10+ years of previous experience in a law firm environment
• Familiarity with legal research
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs especially Microsoft Outlook and an ability to learn and use various other office software systems
• Excellent phone skills
• Ability to learn quickly, assimilate information and take direction, when necessary
• Familiarity with common legal terminology
• Ability to manage time wisely and efficiently balance competing demands
• Ability to uphold highest standards of discretion and confidentiality and exercise good judgment on a day-to-day basis

How To Apply:

Please apply online



Specialists Group LLC, The
100 N. Broadway, Suite 200
Wichita, KS 67202