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Gurstel Law Firm P C

Legal Administrative Assistant

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  • Full Time
  • $18 - $20/hour
  • West Des Moines, IA
November 6, 2025 Administrative Assistant

Job Description

Hiring Now: Dynamic Legal Administrative Assistant
Are You the Organizational Powerhouse Our Legal Team Needs?
We’re seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to join our fast-paced legal practice. This isn't just data entry; you’ll be a vital force behind seamless legal operations, empowering our attorneys to focus on what they do best. If you have a strong work ethic, superior problem-solving skills, and thrive in a high-accountability environment, we want to meet you!

JOB SUMMARY as a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks including, but not limited to: 

  • Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies into the Firm’s system of record.
  • Generate pleadings and other legal documents for attorney review.
  • File documents with the courts via the traditional and electronic filings methods.
  • Perform general clerical duties including data entry, scanning, photocopying, collating, and faxing.
  • All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

  • Responsible individual who can work both, independently and in a team environment. 
  • Competency in Microsoft applications including: Word, Excel and Outlook. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with basic office hardware such as scanners, fax machine, copiers, etc.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Superior problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic and dependability.

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS

🩺 Health & Wellness:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
  • STD, LTD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, and even Pet Insurance!

💰 Financial Future & Security:

  • 401k & Profit Sharing
  • Student Debt Retirement Savings Program

🏖️ Work-Life Balance:

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
Travel: This position requires minimal travel (0-5%), excluding local commute.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


We are looking for individuals who share our Core Values: Do Right, Achieve Results, and Maintain Integrity.

EOE

No Recruiters or Staffing Agencies



Salary
  • $18 - $20/hour


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