Legal Administrative Assistant
Wichita, KS (Onsite)
$65-90k/year
Are you a skilled administrative professional with a passion for supporting legal work in a fast-paced, client-centered environment? Join our Client's team as a Legal Administrative Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in streamlining processes, managing communications, and enhancing the productivity of our attorneys. With a blend of meticulous organization, attention to detail, and professional communication, you’ll be essential in delivering exceptional service to our clients and maintaining the high standards of our Client's firm.
Responsibilities:
- Document Management: Prepare, edit, and revise business and legal documents from drafts or templates; utilize document versioning and comparison tools.
- Scheduling & Coordination: Manage attorney calendars, calls, and mail; arrange travel as needed.
- File Maintenance: Organize and maintain client files using the firm’s document management system; handle opening/closing of files according to conflict procedures.
- Billing & Timekeeping: Assist attorneys with tracking billable hours and prepare client billing statements.
- Deadline Tracking: Manage deadlines and schedules to ensure timely progress on matters.
- Client Communications: Professionally engage with clients and external parties in person, via phone, and in writing.
- Additional Support: Perform other duties to support attorneys, paralegals, and clients in alignment with the firm’s mission.
Qualifications:
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and other technical tools.
- Interpersonal Skills: Strong people skills with a professional demeanor.
- Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on correct grammar and punctuation.
- Attention to Detail: Strong proofreading abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
- Experience: Background in estate planning, probate, or transactional law is highly preferred; experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant, Legal Secretary, Executive Assistant, or Administrative Assistant is desirable.
Schedule:
This is an on-site role, Monday through Friday, with standard hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
