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
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