Practice Group Assistant

Polsinelli; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Polsinelli seeks a Practice Group Assistant to work with their Health Care Litigation group in the Kansas City office. This is a great opportunity for recent college graduates or individuals interested in the paralegal profession.

Key tasks include managing cases from start to trial, drafting routine legal documents, and coordinating with clients, experts, and courts. A Paralegal Certificate and a Bachelor's degree are strongly preferred; experience as a litigation paralegal is helpful.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate and bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Experience as a litigation paralegal helpful.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple cases and documents from start to trial.
• Draft routine legal documents.
• Communicate with clients and subject matter experts.
• Collect documents from various sources.
• Manage and organize case document collection and productions.
• Review, analyze, and summarize documents.
• Assist with depositions and trial preparation including exhibits and witnesses.
• Assist during trial and manage exhibits and coordination.
• Conduct document searches and factual research.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Ability to manage multiple projects

Team player

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Troubleshooting and solutioning

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Relativity

CaseMap

Trial Director

Westlaw

Lexis

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Polsinelli does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Please, no phone calls or emails.

At Polsinelli,What a Law Firm Should Beis not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

Polsinelli seeks to hire a Practice Group Assistant to work with their Health Care Litigation group in the Kansas City office.This is a great opportunity for recent college graduates or individuals interested in the paralegal profession.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage multiple cases and documents from start to trial
• Draft routine legal documents
• Communicate with clients and subject matter experts
• Collect documents from various sources
• Manage and organize medium and large case document collection and productions
• Review, analyze, and summarize documents
• Assist with preparation of depositions, including gathering and organizing exhibits
• Assist with trial preparation: Gather pretrial documents (deposition designations, exhibit and witness list), organize exhibits, files, and other supporting documents
• Assist during trial: Manage exhibits, assist with witnesses and any other duties associated with trial
• Strong knowledge of court rules; docketing and filing with courts
• Conduct various document searches and factual research

SKILLS

• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong emphasis on being detail-oriented
• Experience in all phases of the litigation process
• Ability to effectively set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects for several attorneys
• Ability to search database programs and assist with organizing, summarizing, and/or categorizing documents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptability to changing priorities; flexibility
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel, court personnel, clients, other counsel, and vendors
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and create solutions
• Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Westlaw and Lexis
• Experience with litigation software, including, but not limited to: Relativity, CaseMap, Trial Director

REQUIREMENTS

• Paralegal Certificate and bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Experience as a litigation paralegal helpful

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

Bachelor's or better.

Experience

Preferred

Previous experience as a litigation paralegal is helpful.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Paralegal Certification

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