Legal Assistant

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Law Firm Looking for Experienced Legal Assistant in Kansas City

Job Summary:

- Law firm, Sandberg Phoenix, is seeking a Legal Assistant with at least 3 years of experience in litigation to join their team in Kansas City.
- This position is open to non-exempt employees and will be working with the firm's staff department.
- The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and can work effectively and professionally with both internal and external clients.
- The firm values individuality and diversity, and encourages a positive and collaborative work environment.
- This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys problem-solving, and can have fun while being flexible.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and finalize correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents.
- Work independently and efficiently to complete projects with minimal supervision.
- Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to produce high-quality work.
- Assist with scheduling hearings, depositions, and mediations.
- Coordinate meetings and travel arrangements.
- Process invoices and expenses.
- File documents electronically with various courts.
- Edit and review corporate documents, such as estate planning, real estate, banking, and contracts.
- Other duties as assigned, in compliance with the firm's Standards of Quality for Legal Assistants.

Requirements:

- Ability to problem-solve and think independently.
- Strong proofreading skills.
- Minimum typing speed of 70 wpm.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
- Interpersonal skills to work well with other members of the firm.
- 2-year Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies or related business field preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, FSA, HSA, and 401(k) plan.
- Unique benefits, such as paid day off for birthdays, casual dress code, tuition reimbursement, and more.
- Flexible work schedules and hybrid working environment.
- Emphasis on diversity and individuality, with affinity groups and committees for employees to get involved and make a difference.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply online at the law firm's website or by sending their resume and cover letter to the provided email, fax, or mailing address. The firm values culture and strives to recruit and retain top talent through their interview process and various employee programs.

Not specified

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, flexible vacation, 401(k) plan, paid day off for birthdays, office casual dress code, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedules, affinity groups

Not specified

Problem-solving, organization, attention to detail, communication, Microsoft Suite, transcription, proofreading

2-year Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies or related business degree

Apply online at or send resume and cover letter to or or mail to Recruitment Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard ., 600 Washington Avenue – 15th Floor, St. Louis, MO 63101

Qualification and Experience 2-year Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies or related business degree

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