Bilingual Legal Assistant (English/Spanish)

LeBaron-Ramos Law Firm, LLC•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

We are looking for a self-motivated Legal Assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Requirements

Must be able to speak, write and in English and Spanish
Ability to handle electronic and hard copy documents
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Great team player
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
1-5 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and professional demeanor
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to work independently, manage large workloads, and keep deadlines

Nice To Haves

associate's degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney's calendar and making travel arrangements