Legal Assistant
Nyemaster Goode, P.C. · Des Moines, IA · 6 days ago
LegalFull-time
Responsibilities
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and other materials.
- Maintain electronic and physical client files, ensuring documents are organized and readily accessible.
- Manage attorney calendars, appointments, deadlines, and scheduling needs.
- Aid in drafting routine correspondence and legal documents.
- Cook up, coordinate meetings, calls, travel arrangements, and communications with clients and third parties.
- Process, organize, and route incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Aid in document management, filing, and records maintenance.
- Support attorneys with matter management, including tracking deadlines and follow-up tasks.
- Aid in court filings, legal calendaring, and document management functions as needed.
- Provide exceptional client service while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Perform other administrative and clerical duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Three or more years of legal assistant, legal secretary, or legal administrative experience preferred.
- An Associate's degree and strong administrative experience will also be considered.
- Excellent drafting, proofreading, grammar, and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting attorneys in litigation, real estate, lending, or other legal practice areas.
Pay
Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Schedule
This is a full-time, on-site position.