Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary (Arnold, MO)

About the role

Stange Law Firm, PC is seeking a Full-Time Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary to join our Arnold, Missouri office. We are one of the nation's largest family law firms focused exclusively on domestic relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Professionally greet clients and visitors.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and accurately relay messages.
• Schedule appointments and assist with client communications.
• Cook up with courts, opposing counsel, and third parties.
• Help ensure every client receives exceptional service throughout their case.
• Prepare, draft, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Prepare documents for filing with courts and other agencies.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical client files.
• Cook up hearings, deadlines, meetings, and appointments.
• Aid attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, and other litigation support.
• Perform electronic filing with courts.
• Organize files and legal documents.
• Process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Scan, copy, and distribute documents.
• Perform general administrative duties and assist with special projects as assigned.
• Enter billable time into the firm's timekeeping software on the same day work is performed.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and the firm's case management software.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Requirements

We are seeking motivated, organized professionals who are eager to build a long-term career in the legal profession. Prior experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or in a law firm is preferred, but not required. Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new technology and software, are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude, professionalism, dependability, and outstanding customer service skills.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude, professionalism, dependability, and outstanding customer service skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience
Productivity bonus opportunities
401(k) with employer matching
Roth retirement option
95-99% employer-paid medical insurance for employees (depending on state), plus buy-up options
Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Optional Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance coverage
Paid vacation
Five paid sick days
Three paid personal days
Nine paid holidays
Paid birthday leave for full-time employees
Work-from-home opportunities for eligible Senior Paralegals and Senior Legal Assistants after one year of employment
Employee referral bonus opportunities
Advancement opportunities within a growing multi-state law firm
A firm that believes in promoting from within
Ongoing professional development
A collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented work environment

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Contact

To apply, please e-mail your resume and references to our Recruiting Director. Visit our careers page for more information. If you have questions, please contact us at [contact information].