Legal Assistant - Litigation (Hybrid)

Jobot; Lawrence (KS); Hybride; USD 50 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid schedule

Medical and dental provided

401(k) with 4% match

21 days off

10 paid holidays

Annual bonus

Résumé du poste

Jobot is recruiting for a Legal Assistant to support its litigation practice in Lawrence, Kansas. The role blends administrative and substantive work, focusing on personal injury and insurance matters, with deadlines and filings managed carefully.

The position offers hybrid work options, competitive compensation, and benefits. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented team players comfortable handling multiple tasks in a law firm setting.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, ideally in litigation.
• Strong writing, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with court filing procedures and calendaring.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice software.
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Provide day-to-day legal and administrative support for a personal injury and insurance caseload
• Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents
• Prepare and file court documents in accordance with deadlines and local rules
• Maintain the attorney’s calendar, including hearings, depositions, and deadlines
• Organize and update case files and records
• Assist with discovery and deposition preparation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and the court on routine matters
• Handle scheduling, billing entries, and other administrative tasks as needed

Connaissances

Litigation support

Strong writing

Organizational skills

Court filings

Microsoft Office

Independent worker

Outils

Legal practice software

Description du poste

Legal Assistant - Litigation (Hybrid)

$50000 - $55000 per year | Lawrence, KS | On-site | Permanent

Join an established, full-service law firm in Lawrence - Legal Assistant opening supporting personal injury and insurance work!

A bit about us:

An established, full-service law firm in northeast Kansas with a broad practice spanning litigation, business, real estate, and estate planning. Attorneys and staff work closely together, and the firm has a long record of community involvement.

Why join us?

• Hybrid and flexible hours, such as 9-6, 8-5 or 7-4
• Medical and dental provided, with vision available
• 401(k) with 4% match
• 21 days off! and 10 paid holidays
• Annual bonus

Job Details

LEGAL ASSISTANT

A Lawrence law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support its personal injury and insurance practice. The role blends administrative and substantive work, so it suits someone who likes owning the details of a caseload and keeping files, deadlines, and filings on track.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal and administrative support for a personal injury and insurance caseload
• Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents
• Prepare and file court documents in accordance with deadlines and local rules
• Maintain the attorney’s calendar, including hearings, depositions, and deadlines
• Organize and update case files and records
• Assist with discovery and deposition preparation
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and the court on routine matters
• Handle scheduling, billing entries, and other administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, ideally in litigation
• Strong writing, proofreading, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with court filing procedures and calendaring
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal practice software
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple deadlines

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.