Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary (Des Moines, IA)

About the role

Stange Law Firm, PC is seeking a Full-Time Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary to join our Des Moines, Iowa 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 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

• Prior experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or in a law firm is preferred, but not required.
• Strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, professionalism, and a strong desire to build a successful career in the legal profession.
• 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

• Familiarity with family law or litigation experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience working in a law firm setting is preferred, but not required.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to learn and utilize firm's case management software.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently.

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.

Additional Details

• Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• State: Iowa
• This is a full time position.
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