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

Compensation & 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
Company-issued laptop
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

Responsibilities

• Professionally greet clients and visitors.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and accurately relay messages.
• Schedule appointments and assist with client communications.
• Coordinate 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.
• Calendar hearings, deadlines, meetings, and appointments.
• Assist 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

• Prior experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or in a law firm is preferred, but not required. We are willing to hire individuals with a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, professionalism, and a strong desire to build a successful career in the legal profession.
• Family law or litigation experience is preferred, but not required.
• 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.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new technology and software.
• A positive attitude, professionalism, dependability, and outstanding customer service skills.
• The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent legal training preferred.
• Experience in a law firm setting preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Adobe Acrobat
• Case management software
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• 95-99% employer-paid medical insurance for employees (depending on state), plus buy-up 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
• Company-issued laptop
• 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