Client Delivery Assistant (Entry-Level Legal Assistant)

husch blackwell

Kansas City, MO

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SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Best Practices, Business Law, Business Services, Communication Skills, Copying Machines, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Embedded Systems, Expenditure Statement, Follow Through, High School Diploma, International Operations, Legal, Litigation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Office Equipment, On Site Support, Organizational Development/Management, Printers, Printing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reimbursement, Relationship Management, Reporting Dashboards, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Service Delivery, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Travel Planning, Typing

LOCATION

Kansas City, MO

POSTED

1 day ago

Husch Blackwell LLP is a full-service litigation and business law firm with multiple locations across the United States, serving clients with domestic and international operations.

At Husch Blackwell we believe that diverse, equitable and inclusive teams lead to better outcomes. Husch Blackwell is committed to retaining, recruiting, developing, and promoting talented lawyers and business professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We foster an engaged, diverse, and inclusive team culture of accountability and purpose that makes our Firm and our communities better.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Client Delivery Assistantposition in our Kansas City, MO office. This position will work onsite full-time.

The Client Delivery Assistant provides embedded practice support, executing delegated administrative tasks and supporting attorneys and specialists. This role preserves practice continuity, maintains institutional knowledge, and acts as a development pipeline to specialist roles. Essential functions include:

Assists with typing, transcribing, and revising documents.
Makes meeting arrangements and travel arrangements; creates itineraries for travelers.
Prepares expense statements, reimbursement requests and other Emburse responsibilities.
Assists with saving and profiling pleadings and other documents in document management system.
Enters billable time and makes revisions to time entries and prebills as needed.
Assists with creating and organizing notebooks, large mailings, and file organization.
Provides on-site support, including mailing, copying, printing, and scanning.
Identify opportunities to streamline tasks through technology.
Leverages automation and dashboards to improve tracking, organization, and execution of work
Participates in applicable AI and technology-related trainings to maintain proficiency in related tools and services
Researches emerging tools and best practices and recommends process improvements to streamline workflows, increase accuracy, and enhance service delivery
Proactively demonstrates effective teamwork and communication with team members and all Firm personnel. Actively participates in regular team meetings to discuss current projects and workflow. Takes personal responsibility for regularly exchanging information and training tips with team members for maximum job effectiveness.
Updates project log with pending and completed tasks.
Operates office equipment including PCs, printers, phones, copiers, facsimiles and typewriters.
Copes successfully with office demands, remaining calm under pressure.
Conducts all business in a confidential manner.
Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED required; 2-year degree preferred or commensurate professional or educational experience.
1+ years relevant experience required, preferably in a legal environment.
Minimum typing speed of 60 wpm.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel required.
Demonstrate attentiveness and reliability in task execution.
Proactively identify support needs and seek guidance when necessary.
Maintain professionalism and accountability.
Support continuity and trust within practice teams.
Proactive Problem-Solving - Anticipate and resolve before escalation
Judgment & Discretion - Navigate complexity with senior stakeholders
Workflow Management - Own full lifecycle with accountability
Communication - Clear, concise, solution-focused
Business Partnership - Service mindset with strategic value-add
Technology Proficiency - AI, automation, continuous upskilling
Organizational Excellence - Detail-oriented, multi-tasking across portfolios
Accountability - Follow-through and ownership
Relationship Management - Build trust across all levels

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. The Firm will provide reasonable accommodations as necessary to allow an individual with a disability to apply for and/or perform the essential functions of a position. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact HR.

Please include a cover letter and resume when applying.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet. Principal Applicants Only.

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Client Delivery Assistant (Entry-Level Legal Assistant)

husch blackwell

Kansas City, MO

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