Direct Hire |  KCMO, 64108  |  Legal Secretary  |

Our client is an established KC Law Firm that describes itself as being a multi-specialty firm.  They have had a presence in KC for over 25 years.

Looking for:  An experienced Legal Secretary to provide administrative and clerical support to several lawyers and paralegals.  This is a full-time, Monday-Friday, 40-hour per week, in-office position.

Responsibilities include:

• Accurately file documents with the court ahead of deadlines
• File, organize, scan, copy and fax legal documents in a timely manner
• Manage records, projects and calendars
• Transcribe Lawyers’ audio files and written notes
• Transcribe and proofread legal documents
• Schedule meetings
• Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and providing timely reminders
• Process third party vendor invoices
• Communicate with vendors, experts, Lawyers, opposing counsel and other staff
• Make travel arrangements
• Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate

Requirements/Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience as a legal secretary or paralegal
• Working knowledge of litigation management software systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• A courteous and professional demeanor
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills