Legal Administrative Assistant (Litigation)

Spencer Fane LLP; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Legal Administrative Assistant to support its Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice. This role involves providing comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, managing communications, preparing legal documents, and ensuring exceptional client service. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating superb organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will be valued, and enjoy a hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Paternity Leave

Paid Maternity Leave

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as an administrative assistant required.
• Experience in law firm or corporate legal department preferred.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electronic communications and deliver exceptional client service.
• Prepare legal documents accurately and manage busy calendars.
• Collaborate with Accounting for accurate billing and expense reimbursements.

Skills

Administrative Support

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Legal Document Preparation

Time Management

Client Service

Education

Some College

Legal Studies/Paralegal Studies

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Base pay range

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JOB TITLE: Legal Administrative Assistant (Litigation)

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: Kansas City, MO Office (hybrid work environment)

REPORTS TO: Regional Office Administrator

JOB SUMMARY

The Legal Administrative Assistant position is a non-exempt, full-time position based in our Kansas City, MO office. This position is responsible for providing administrative support to multiple attorneys and other timekeepers in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice group. It requires a confident, proactive professional with solid administrative experience. The ideal candidate will possess superb organizational skills, the ability to handle a multitude of tasks simultaneously, adapt quickly to meet deadlines and regularly exercise independent judgment.

Compensation: At Spencer Fane, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the starting hourly rate for this position to start between $26.53 - $34.87, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing electronic communications (including telephone, e-mail and fax).
• Deliver exceptional client service both internally and externally in a professional manner with discretion and confidentiality.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare itineraries.
• Schedule meetings and arrange for conference rooms and meals.
• Proactively manage busy calendars, prioritizing meeting requests with internal and external groups.
• Prepare documents (typing, formatting, etc.) and is responsible for typing/transcribing legal documents accurately and within requested timeframes, prioritizing work among assignments and meeting specific deadlines on projects.
• Assist with preparing or proofreading litigation and business documents, including pleadings, discovery, settlements, contracts, client correspondence, etc.
• E-file documents as required.
• Maintain paper and electronic files (works with File Room to create and maintain client files and indexes, perform routine filing and retrieves files as needed, save electronic documents and communication to document management system using proper, standard naming conventions, maintain chronological files and administrative files for assigned attorneys).
• Prepare daily time entry for Partners and other attorneys, as approved by management and submit in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with Accounting to ensure accuracy in billing pursuant to client requirements; perform Paperless Proforma edits, complete expense reimbursements in a timely manner, prepare invoices for payment as requested by timekeepers.
• Proactively demonstrate effective teamwork and provide assistance to other LAAs as time permits.
• Work cooperatively with other departments and individuals in the firm.
• Independently use sound judgment and initiative to develop project timelines. Anticipate the business needs of the assigned timekeepers; plan ahead and meet deadlines.
• Interact with staff at all levels in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, with a high level of professionalism.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 3-5 years prior experience as an administrative assistant required.
• Experience in law firm or corporate legal department preferred; experience with litigation highly preferred
• Some college preferred; background in legal studies/paralegal studies a plus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, strong analytical and problem solving skills, and proactive business style required
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office required, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Typing speed of 60 wpm preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Position is generally sedentary in nature; involves sitting most of the time, but may involve the need for inter-office mobility for brief periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally or routinely lift up to 10 – 20 lbs.
• Ability to efficiently communicate.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions required.
• Ability to see and read PC screens, detect color coding, read fine print, and/or normal type size print.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of employees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal and Administrative

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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