Legal Assistant

Jobless; Topeka, Northern (KS, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Assistance Plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Butler & Associates, P.A. in Topeka, KS is seeking a full-time legal assistant for civil litigation. Under an attorney's supervision, you will draft pleadings, e-file documents, maintain calendars, and communicate with clients and court personnel.

This is an in-person role at an office near Wanamaker Road, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Required: high school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or bachelor's preferred.
• Highly organized with ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with state civil law requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF; typing speed >40 wpm.
• Commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys by drafting pleadings and e-filing documents.
• Manage attorney calendars and deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, court personnel, and staff.
• Maintain confidential files and ensure compliance with policies.
• Assist with daily office tasks and team collaboration.

Skills

Organization

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

MS Office

Adobe PDF

Typing speed

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

e-filing

Job description

Butler & Associates, P.A.,a fast-paced, high-volume law firm, is looking for afull-time legal assistantincivil 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.

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