Legal Assistant

Legal Administrative Assistant – LitigationA well-established law firm in the West Des Moines area is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support its litigation practice. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity for someone with prior litigation experience who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.ResponsibilitiesPrepare, edit, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reportsManage attorney calendars, court dates, appointments, deadlines, and remindersPrepare and file legal documents with courts and government agenciesMaintain organized electronic and physical client filesCoordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, and other case-related eventsAssist with client communications, intake, and case managementProcess mail, invoices, and other administrative documentationProvide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and the litigation teamQualifications3+ years of legal administrative/secretarial experience strongly preferredLitigation experience required; defense litigation experience preferredExperience with court filings, legal documents, deadlines, and calendaringStrong proofreading, grammar, and document-formatting skillsExcellent organization and attention to detailAbility to prioritize competing deadlines and work independentlyProfessional communication skills and ability to handle confidential informationSchedule & CompensationMonday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM100% in-office$60,000–$70,000/year, depending on experienceCompetitive benefits package including health insurance, disability coverage, retirement benefits, and more