Legal Assistant

Synergy Staffing and Synergy Search Group; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Staffing and Synergy Search Group, one of Kansas City's top law firms, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys across multiple practice areas. Responsibilities include daily case reporting, e-filing, data entry, and expense management.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in legal roles, with preferred litigation experience. This is a unique opportunity to grow with a developing firm offering excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of legal experience required.
• Litigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing materials for depositions and hearings.
• Manage attorney calendars and make travel arrangements.
• Communicate with various courts of law including filing documents.

Skills

Legal experience

Communication skills

Advanced Word proficiency

Outlook proficiency

CaseNet proficiency

Job description

One of Kansas City's top law firms is looking to add an experienced Legal Assistant to give support to attorneys in multiple practice areas. This position will be responsible for daily case reporting, e-filing, data entry, and expense management.

Prior experience in Civil Litigation is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing materials for depositions and hearings.
• Assist attorneys and paralegals in trial preparation.
• Manage attorney calendars, telephone calls, and mail, as well as make travel arrangements.
• Communicate with various courts of law including filing documents, scheduling, and conflict resolution.
• Prepare, edit, and revise business and legal documents from drafts and/or templates.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and other parties in person, over the phone, and in writing.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of legal experience.
• Litigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience in Business Litigation and/or Intellectual Property law preferred but not required.
• Strong computer skills including advanced proficiency in Word, Outlook, and CaseNet.
• Outstanding communication - written and verbal - including excellent spelling and grammar.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm, offering great benefits and an opportunity for growth. Interviewing immediately.