Legal Assistant
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Butler & Associates, P.A., a fast-paced, high-volume law firm, is looking for a full-time legal assistant in civil litigation .
Working under the supervision of an attorney and with a team of legal assistants, you will keep matters confidential; calendar deadlines; help maintain attorney calendars; draft pleadings; e-file documents; and establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, court personnel, and others.
This is an in-person position at a convenient office location near Wanamaker Road.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
Required skills & qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED is required, with an Associate or bachelor's degree preferred;
- Organized and able to prioritize;
- Able to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues, problems, or opportunities;
- Great communication skills, including spelling and grammar, along with email and phone etiquette;
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team;
- Understand and apply state laws that relate to each file or case;
- Maintain account confidentiality and private personal information;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, and Adobe PDF; and
- Typing speed greater than 40 wpm.
Our employees work in compliance with federal and state laws and pass a 10-panel drug test, a criminal background check, and a conflict-of-interest check.
Benefits
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with optional additional policies
- Retirement plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Plan
- Company-provided life insurance
Candidates selected to interview will be tested on their typing skills, writing ability, and logical reasoning.
This is a full-time position with benefits available after an introductory period.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Salary
based on experience.
Butler & Associates, P.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Butler & Associates, P.A. participates in E-Verify.
If you have trouble with your application or need reasonable accommodations, please call (785) 267-6444.
All candidates will receive a response and continued communication via email.
Please check your spam if you do not receive anything immediately following submission of your application.
About Butler & Associates, P.A.
Law firm serving Kansas and Missouri with debt collection and insurance subrogation services.
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