Legal Administrative Assistant

Polsinelli•Kansas City, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Polsinelli is seeking an entry-level, full-time Legal Administrative Assistant for their Kansas City office to support the Real Estate practice group. This role is ideal for a recent college graduate or someone interested in the legal field. Polsinelli aims to foster an environment where team members can bring their creativity and professional passions to thrive.

Requirements

Excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including expertise in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Demonstrated ability to achieve high-performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Forward-thinking with the ability to actively seek opportunities and propose solutions.
Strong initiative with the ability to manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally to develop rapport with co-workers and clients.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
Strong proofreading and typing skills.

Nice To Haves

Capacity to adapt to various department needs.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
Seamless performance with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Manage files, open new matters as requested by attorneys, and maintain all relevant document inclusions for the files.
Prepare real estate documents, closing binders, and assist with the preparation of meeting materials.
Perform a broad variety of administrative tasks including typing, filing, timesheet entry, submission of expense reports, credit card reconciliation, and proofreading.
Manage calendars and travel schedules.
Coordinate and track continuing legal education requirements for attorneys.