Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Legal Assistant (Litigation)

Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho

Parsons Behle & Latimer, a regional law firm, has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant in our Idaho Falls, Idaho office. Position requires 5+ years of litigation experience, the ability to manage a high-volume caseload, and attention to detail is critical.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and excellent organizational and communication skills. Law firm experience is preferred.

Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting attorneys and paralegals with administrative tasks.
• Answering phones.
• Scheduling meetings.
• Providing backup legal assistance when needed.

Job Requirements (Qualifications):

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the following:

• 5+ years of litigation experience in a professional office environment, law firm preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and case management software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable, independent worker with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage case deadlines for attorneys and paralegals assigned to the matter
• Positive, professional attitude
• People-oriented and self-motivated
• Able to work successfully in a team environment

Schedule & Compensation:

Type: This is an in-office position. Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Flexibility: Opportunity to work from home one day a week, after appropriate training. Rate: Hourly rate is commensurate with experience.

Benefits Package:

The firm’s generous salary and benefits package include:

• Medical and dental coverage
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing distribution annually after eligibility
• Life insurance coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Personal leave accrual

Established in Salt Lake City in 1882, Parsons Behle & Latimer’s (Parsons) more than 200 attorneys deliver an in-depth range of experience to its clients in the following industries: agriculture; banking and financial services; construction; dental; energy; healthcare; manufacturing; mining; natural resources; oil and gas; real estate; resorts and recreation; venture capital and startups; and technology. One of Utah’s largest law firms, Parsons remains on the forefront of business and industry trends to help clients accelerate their business objectives. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Parsons has offices in Lehi, Park City and St. George, Utah; Boise, Idaho Falls and Rexburg, Idaho; Helena and Missoula, Montana; Reno, Nevada; and Jackson, Wyoming. To learn more about us, please visit parsonsbehle.com.

Company Description

Established in Salt Lake City in 1882, Parsons Behle & Latimer’s (Parsons) more than 200 attorneys deliver an in-depth range of experience to its clients in the following industries: agriculture; banking and financial services; construction; dental; energy; healthcare; manufacturing; mining; natural resources; oil and gas; real estate; resorts and recreation; venture capital and startups; and technology. One of Utah’s largest law firms, Parsons remains on the forefront of business and industry trends to help clients accelerate their business objectives. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Parsons has offices in Lehi, Park City and St. George, Utah; Boise, Idaho Falls and Rexburg, Idaho; Helena and Missoula, Montana; Reno, Nevada; and Jackson, Wyoming. To learn more about us, please visit parsonsbehle.com.