Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary (Lee's Summit, MO)

About the role

Stange Law Firm, PC is seeking a Full-Time Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary to join our Lee's Summit, Missouri office. We are a multi-state family law firm dedicated exclusively to 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 with 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.
• 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.
• Familial 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.
• Associate's degree in paralegal studies or related field preferred.
• Experience in a legal setting preferred.
• Knowledge of family law and litigation procedures.

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.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new technology and software.

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.