Legal Support Assistant

Ag & Business Legal Strategies; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ag & Business Legal Strategies (ABLS) seeks a reliable Legal Support Assistant to thrive in a fast-paced boutique firm serving farmers, suppliers and family-owned businesses. You will manage attorney calendars, draft and file documents, and ensure smooth daily operations.

3+ years of administrative experience (legal experience preferred) and strong organizational skills are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software will help you succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative experience (legal experience preferred).
• Experience with legal terminology and court procedures is a plus, but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars, email, contacts, and task lists.
• Schedule client meetings, hearings, and calls.
• Assist with court filings and legal document preparation.
• Organize and process incoming/outgoing mail.
• Provide daily administrative and operational support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office

Communication

multitasking

Education

High school diploma or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal software

Job description

Join a Law Firm That Fights for Farmers & Small Businesses

Ag & Business Legal Strategies (ABLS) is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial boutique law firm helping farmers, suppliers, dealers, and family-owned businesses resolve serious financial challenges. We focus on debt restructuring, negotiations, and bankruptcy solutions that preserve assets and protect long-term viability.

We’re looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Legal Support Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in keeping everything organized and on track.

If you like structure, systems, and helping people through tough situations — you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

• Manage attorney calendars, email, contacts, and task lists
• Schedule client meetings, hearings, and calls
• Assist with court filings and legal document preparation
• Organize and process incoming/outgoing mail
• Provide daily administrative and operational support

This role is essential to keeping our firm running smoothly.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of administrative experience (legal experience preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office, email systems, and legal software
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and shift priorities quickly
• Professional phone presence and client-first mindset
• Self-starter who takes initiative and requires minimal supervision

Education: High school diploma or higher

Experience with legal terminology and court procedures is a plus, but not required.

Why Join ABLS?

• Work directly with attorneys in a growing boutique firm
• Make a real impact helping family-owned businesses
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to grow with the firm

Schedule Options

• Full-time
• Part-time (30+ hours/week)