Legal Administrative Assistant

Foulston Siefkin LLP•Overland Park, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

If you enjoy working with complex legal documents, have strong organizational skills, and have a passion for helping others, this could be the position for you! Foulston is looking for a teammate to help support our attorneys in our Overland Park office as a Legal Administrative Assistant. This position offers the opportunity to work with many different practice areas and therefore requires flexibility and a desire for continuous learning. Team oriented, problem solver, and a strong desire for excellence round out the characteristics of our ideal candidate. As one of the most respected law firms in the state of Kansas for over a century, Foulston represents a diverse client base ranging from individuals and emerging businesses to Fortune 500 companies. During this time, the Firm has grown to more than 80 attorneys and three offices. Philanthropy continues to be a priority, and we are dedicated to improving the communities where we work and live through community involvement. We believe that each of our team members is an important part of the Firm’s overall success. The Firm could not provide excellent legal services without superior attorneys and employees, which means we look for the very best at all levels of our organization. Our employees are treated with respect, and we strive to provide a positive work environment that is both professionally and financially rewarding. Foulston offers a robust benefits package which includes wellness and tuition reimbursement programs, as well as appreciation events and family gatherings.

Requirements

Excellent technical skills, including expertise in Microsoft Word
Strong interpersonal skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with use of proper grammar and punctuation
Professional demeanor and outstanding character

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Secretary, Executive Assistant, or Administrative Assistant is preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with document production and exhibit preparation
Maintain client electronic and hard copy files including scanning documents, records management, opening files following conflict procedures, and closing files
Assist attorneys with recording and editing billable time as well as preparing billing to clients
Prepare, edit, and revise business and legal documents from drafts and/or templates
Provide coverage for other roles including the receptionist, courier, and other Legal Administrative Assistants as needed
Manage attorney calendars, telephone calls, and mail, as well as make travel arrangements
Communicate with clients and other parties both in person, verbally and in writing
Other duties as assigned to support the attorneys, paralegals, and our clients in fulfillment of the Firm’s mission