Legal Support Specialist Family Law in Des Moines, IA

Law Firm

Des Moines, IA

Legal Support Specialist Family Law in Des Moines, IA

Law Firm Non Legal Department

2-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Legal Support Specialist - Family Law

Job Responsibilities:
The Legal Support Specialist in the Family Law department will be tasked with various responsibilities essential to the support of legal processes within the firm. Key duties include:

- Client contact and communication, ensuring effective and professional interaction with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
- Managing and organizing legal documents utilizing document management systems to ensure efficiency and accessibility.
- Assisting with the review and preparation of documents for court filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Drafting legal documents and correspondence under the supervision of attorneys to support case management and legal proceedings.
- Maintaining accurate records and files for ongoing cases, ensuring all information is up-to-date and organized.
- Supporting attorneys in case preparation and providing trial support, contributing to the overall success of legal proceedings.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates for the Legal Support Specialist position should possess the following skills and experience:

- A minimum of 2 years of experience in family law, with more experience being preferable.
- Proficiency in document management systems to enhance workflow and document accessibility.
- Familiarity with family law is a requirement, ensuring that candidates have the necessary background knowledge to effectively support legal processes.
- Strong skills in legal drafting and document review processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- A background in legal administrative support or paralegal work is preferred, highlighting the importance of experience in the legal field.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail to manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring that all duties are performed to a high standard.

Salary Information:
The job description does not provide specific salary information. However, the role is a full-time position with expected working hours of 40 per week.

Benefits:
The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

- 401(k) matching to support retirement savings.
- Dental insurance to promote oral health.
- Free parking for convenience.
- Health insurance to support overall well-being.
- Paid time off for personal and vacation days.
- Retirement plan to support long-term financial stability.

Schedule:
The work schedule for the Legal Support Specialist is Monday to Friday, with an 8-hour shift each day, providing a structured and predictable workweek.

Additional Requirements:
- Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience in family law, which is a required qualification for the position.
- The ability to commute to Des Moines, IA 50309 is required, as the work location is in person.