Legal Assistant

2 months ago

Des Moines, United States Palmer Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Palmer Group is partnering with a local Des Moines law firm in their search for an experienced Legal Assistant to join their team. If you have experience assisting attorneys and working with civil litigation law and are in search of the next step in your career, this might be the role for you. Connect with us today to learn more about this exciting opportunity

Responsibilities:

  • Transcribe, prepare, and edit correspondence with clients and legal documents
  • Process state and federal court filings in a timely manner through the electronic filing system
  • Manage attorney and company calendars to ensure all deadlines are noted and met. Enter and review time on behalf of assigned attorneys
  • Coordinate depositions of multiple parties, including scheduling court reporters, managing appointments, and organizing meetings
  • Copy and organize documents for external use
  • Coordinate travel with airlines, hotels, and rental cars
  • Create and maintain client matter lists

Requirements:

  • 3 + years of civil litigation experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat
  • Strong attention to detail and experience proofreading, formatting, and managing documents
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and complete tasks for 2-3 attorneys

Work Model:

  • On-Site
  • Monday - Friday
  • 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Company DescriptionPalmer Group is a premier employment agency. Since 1998 we have been a leading resource in providing employment solutions. With consistency and confidence, our experts partner with our clients and candidates as they navigate the evolving job market.

Our employment solutions include temporary and contract staffing, direct-hire placement, as well as additional job seeker services, employer services, and managed services.

We are an employee-owned company founded on strong ethics, values, and a passion for making lives better. Our employees are committed professionals that are passionate about helping others and forming relationships that matter.

Through our relationships, we’ve built a client roster that ranges from local to Fortune 500 companies in a variety of industries and have developed a vast network of high-quality candidates from entry to executive-level experience.

Our areas of expertise include Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, Construction, Engineering & Manufacturing, Human Resources, Information Technology, Insurance, Mortgage & Banking, and Sales & Marketing.Company DescriptionPalmer Group is a premier employment agency. Since 1998 we have been a leading resource in providing employment solutions. With consistency and confidence, our experts partner with our clients and candidates as they navigate the evolving job market. \r
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Our employment solutions include temporary and contract staffing, direct-hire placement, as well as additional job seeker services, employer services, and managed services. \r
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We are an employee-owned company founded on strong ethics, values, and a passion for making lives better. Our employees are committed professionals that are passionate about helping others and forming relationships that matter. \r
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Through our relationships, we’ve built a client roster that ranges from local to Fortune 500 companies in a variety of industries and have developed a vast network of high-quality candidates from entry to executive-level experience. \r
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Our areas of expertise include Accounting & Finance, Administrative & Customer Service, Construction, Engineering & Manufacturing, Human Resources, Information Technology, Insurance, Mortgage & Banking, and Sales & Marketing.

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