Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP has an opening for an experienced Legal Secretary to support litigation attorneys out of our Kansas City office. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, able to manage busy attorneys and work independently. This position will be 100% remote while we look for larger office space in the Kansas City area. Once our office relocates, this position will become hybrid and will require three (3) days in-office.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Preparing e-filings for court • Scheduling depositions where many parties are involved • Maintaining attorneys calendars • Opening new files • Time entry (Aderant) • Preparing expense reports (ChromeRiver) • Day-to-day responsibilities
Required Experience & Skills:
Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience Minimum of 2 years of e-filing experience Product liability experience (defense) strongly preferred Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team, to assist attorneys Excellent communication skills, including attention to detail in writing Proficient in Microsoft skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) Document Management System (DMS) experience (iManage)
Compensation: $30.22-$32.97 per hour (based on a 35-hour work week), DOE
Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP offers an excellent benefits package, including:
• Medical, dental, vision • Qualified transportation benefits • Life insurance • Vacation and sick time • Holiday pay • 401(k)
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