Legal Office Assistant

Polsinelli•Kansas City, MO

19h•Onsite

About The Position

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 Legal Office Assistant in their Kansas City office, supporting all practice groups and backing up the receptionist.

Requirements

Excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Desire to learn various areas of law and the ability to learn new programs.
Ability to work independently, as well as in a team setting.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage and organize files, both in paper and electronic form.
Responsible for a broad variety of administrative tasks
Must be able to professionally communicate with clients, attorneys, and staff, either in person, by telephone, or by email.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated active approaches to problem-solving with good decision-making capability.
Qualified candidates must possess a strong initiative
Demonstrate an ability to anticipate needs
Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Possess strong proofreading and typing skills.
Demonstrating a professional image to our clients
Ability to maintain strong working relationships with clients, staff and attorneys
Willingness to assist with office projects and events