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Palmer Group

Legal Assistant

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  • $45,000 - $55,000/year
  • Des Moines, IA
November 13, 2024 Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking to put your legal experience to use in a reputable, professional work environment? Our downtown client is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their team! If you have at least 3 years in a legal support role working for a law firm, have an aptitude for learning, and desire to drive things forward, this may be the opportunity for you!

Work model:

  • On-Site
  • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Monday - Friday
What you will do:
  • Draft and edit legal documents
  • Correspond with clients as needed
  • Format briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents
  • File legal documents (e-file)
  • Maintain calendars for attorneys and team
  • Perform administrative project work as required
What you need to be successful:
  • Prior legal experience, 3-5 years experience working in a law firm preferred
  • High school diploma is required; a higher degree or certification is a plus
  • Prior experience handling litigation cases
  • Experience working with multiple clients and projects, including client contact and working within a team environment
  • Strong organizational and computer skillsĀ 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits overview:
  • Dental, health, and vision insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Brennan Jones at (515) 225-7000 or bjones@thepalmergroup.com.

Salary
  • $45,000 - $55,000/year


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