Lawrence, Kansas Law Firm

785-841-4554

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Too much work. Too little time. We need help.

Job Title: Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Keyboarding and editing.
  • Assist with case calendaring and discovery.
  • Interact with courts, agencies, witnesses, vendors, and other law firms.
  • Draft, review, edit, and/or analyze routine legal documents.
  • Format legal briefs and other documents for filing with courts.
  • Prepare and organize exhibits for use in depositions, hearings, and trials.
  • Research public records and social media.
  • Interview witnesses.
  • Assist attorneys at depositions and trials.
  • Request, organize, review, and summarize medical records.
  • Occasional receptionist duties.

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Ability to problem solve and work independently.

Full or Part time Position:

  • Available for either part time at 25 to 30 hours per week, or full time at 40 hours per week.
  • Normal hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Benefits:

  • Hourly wage is commensurate with experience.
  • Automatic raise after six months.
  • Simple IRA contribution by the firm with optional contribution by employee.
  • Health Insurance for full time employees.