Legal Administrative Assistant

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Kansas City, MO, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Professional Services
The Role
Provide clerical and administrative support to multiple attorneys, paralegals and analysts: draft legal correspondence, manage calendars, prepare documents, ensure legal citation and court-filing awareness, and maintain office workflows. Must type 50 WPM and use Microsoft Office; support ongoing learning and mentor teammates.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities
Shook has an immediate opening for an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to join its legal team. The ideal candidate will, among other duties as assigned, draft and prepare legal correspondence, manage calendars and provide clerical, administrative and organizational support to multiple attorneys, paralegals and analysts. Excellent communication, organizational skills, ability to work on several projects simultaneously, participation in on-going learning and development, and demonstration of initiative and mentoring teammates are essential in this role at Shook. Must be able to type 50 WPM and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
 
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Preferred QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three years related experience. ALS, PLS or CPS certification or a paralegal certificate will be considered in lieu of experience. An Associate's Degree is preferred. Ability to type 50 WPM. Must have basic legal terminology and an awareness of court filing requirements. Must be able to use legal citations and apply to firm documents. Working knowledge of legal time entry, Microsoft Word (styles & tables), Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Skilled in the use of a redlining tool. Working knowledge of basic office functions.

Skills Required

  • Type 50 WPM
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Basic legal terminology and awareness of court filing requirements
  • Ability to use legal citations in firm documents
  • Working knowledge of legal time entry systems
  • Skill in use of a redlining tool
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Three years related experience (or certifications in lieu)
  • ALS, PLS, CPS certification or paralegal certificate (may be considered in lieu of experience)
  • Associate's degree
  • Working knowledge of basic office functions
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The Company
343 Employees
Year Founded: 1926

What We Do

Shook, Hardy & Bacon is a prominent trial and litigation firm serving health, science, and technology companies. The firm is known for its expertise in complex legal issues, including class actions, mass torts, and product liability. With a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and professional development, Shook provides comprehensive legal services and trial advocacy, helping clients navigate high-stakes legal challenges through a science-based approach to litigation.

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