Legal Administrative Assistant

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At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment, and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

Polsinelli has a position available for an entry-level full-time Legal Administrative Assistant in their Kansas City office, supporting the Real Estate practice group. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate, or someone interested in working in the legal field.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage files, open new matters as requested by attorneys, and maintain all relevant document inclusions for the files.
• Prepare of real estate documents, closing binders, and assist with preparation of meeting materials.
• Responsible for a broad variety of administrative tasks including typing, filing, timesheet entry, submission of expense reports, credit card reconciliation, and proofreading; all which will require strong organizational skills, capacity to adapt to various department needs, to prioritize multiple responsibilities, and seamlessly perform each with meticulous attention to detail.
• Manage calendars and travel schedules.
• Coordinate and track continuing legal education requirements for attorneys.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including the expertise of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as in a team setting.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high-performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Forward-looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions.
• Strong initiative with the ability to manage multiple projects/tasks at a time.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally to develop rapport with co-workers as well as clients.
• Meticulous attention to detail
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong proofreading and typing skills.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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