Law Student Clerk - Family Law

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly-motivated, results-driven law student to join our team who has previous experience working in family law in Missouri and/or Kansas.

Position – Law Clerk

Full-Time, part-time

Pay: $20-$23 hourly, commensurate with experience

Work location: In-person at our office in Independence, MO with option for hybrid work after trial period.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist attorneys in all aspects of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and adoption
• Prepare/draft legal documents and correspondence, electronic court filing, conduct research and gather information
• Scheduling depositions where many parties are involved
• Answer phones/email and communicate with clients regarding their cases, schedule appointments, take payments, and other miscellaneous communications with clients, courts, attorneys, and vendors
• Organize and maintain client files using case management systems
• Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
• Provide general clerical support to the legal team
• Proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain level of integrity and confidentiality when working with clients and potential clients
• Day-to-day operations

What we’re looking for

· Previous experience working as a paralegal in family law is required

· Currently or soon-to-be 2L or 3L law students eligible for practice under Missouri Supreme Court Rule 13 .

· Familiarity with Missouri and/or Kansas family law procedures is required

· Strong computer proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Document Management Systems, e-filing and database software.

· Excellent grammar, punctuation, spelling, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively

· Able to work in a fast-paced environment with changing work priorities

· Attention to detail and accuracy in all work performed

· Ability to work independently with little supervision and as part of a team

· Familiarity with court filing procedures and deadlines