Legal Secretary/Paralegal

Company Description Haden, Cowherd & Bullock, LLC is a Springfield-based law firm with strong community connections and a practice that extends across Missouri and beyond. The firm offers more than 150 years of combined experience in early case assessment and litigation, including appeals, workers’ compensation, and wrongful death matters. Its attorneys have tried hundreds of bench trials and over 200 jury trials, including multi-million-dollar cases involving compensatory and punitive damages. The firm is frequently engaged to handle complex litigation, such as insurance coverage disputes, medical malpractice trials, and business and real estate litigation, providing a dynamic environment for legal professionals. Role Description The Legal Secretary/Paralegal will support attorneys with a wide range of administrative and legal tasks in a busy litigation practice. This full-time, on-site role is located in Springfield, MO and includes drafting and formatting legal documents, managing case files, and maintaining organized electronic and physical records. Daily responsibilities involve scheduling and calendar management, coordinating hearings, depositions, and meetings, and handling client communications in a professional and respectful manner. The role includes preparing court filings, organizing discovery materials, assisting with trial preparation, and performing basic legal research as needed. The Legal Secretary/Paralegal will collaborate closely with attorneys and other staff to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant work product in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Knowledge of Law and litigation processes, with the ability to understand basic legal terminology and case workflows. Strong Legal Document Preparation skills, including drafting, formatting, proofreading, and filing pleadings, motions, and correspondence. Experience supporting Legal Assistants or attorneys, with a focus on case management, client coordination, and confidential information handling. Reliable Clerical Skills, including typing, data entry, recordkeeping, and proficiency with office software and legal case management tools. Effective Diary Management abilities, including scheduling deadlines, court dates, meetings, and ensuring calendar accuracy for multiple attorneys. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and strong organizational abilities. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple matters simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a litigation-focused environment. Prior experience as a legal secretary, paralegal, or in a law firm setting preferred; paralegal certificate or relevant degree is a plus. Commitment to professionalism, discretion, and inclusive, non-discriminatory client and colleague interactions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Haden, Cowherd & Bullock, LLC