Legal Assistant

Butler & Associates, P.A. • Topeka, KS

1d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Butler & Associates, P.A., a fast-paced, high-volume law firm, is looking for a full-time legal assistant in civil litigation. Working under the supervision of an attorney and with a team of legal assistants, you will keep matters confidential; calendar deadlines; help maintain attorney calendars; draft pleadings; e-file documents; and establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, court personnel, and others. This is an in-person position at a convenient office location near Wanamaker Road. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required
• Organized and able to prioritize
• Able to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues, problems, or opportunities
• Great communication skills, including spelling and grammar, along with email and phone etiquette
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Understand and apply state laws that relate to each file or case
• Maintain account confidentiality and private personal information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, and Adobe PDF
• Typing speed greater than 40 wpm
• Compliance with federal and state laws
• Pass a 10-panel drug test
• Pass a criminal background check
• Pass a conflict-of-interest check

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Keep matters confidential
• Calendar deadlines
• Help maintain attorney calendars
• Draft pleadings
• E-file documents
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with clients, court personnel, and others

Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with optional additional policies
• Retirement plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Company-provided life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED