Legal Assistant

Butler & Associates, P.A., a fast-paced, high-volume law firm, is looking for a full-time legal assistant that is experienced in civil litigation. Duties include keeping matters confidential; calendaring & maintaining deadlines and attorney calendars; drafting pleadings; preparing and e-filing documents; entering information accurately and efficiently in our database; establishing and maintaining good working relationships with clients, court personnel and other parties; and other duties as assigned.  This is an in-person position.

Required skills & qualifications:

Organized and able to prioritize;

High School diploma or GED is required. Associate or bachelor's degree preferred;

Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues, problems, or opportunities;

Great communication skills, including spelling and grammar, along with email and phone etiquette;

Able to work independently and multi-task;

Knowledge of federal and state electronic filing requirements;

Understand and apply state laws that relate to each file or case;

Maintain daily tasks to move claims and cases towards resolution;

Prepare required correspondence, legal pleadings, and other related documents;

Maintain account confidentiality and private personal information;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, and Adobe PDF; and

Typing speed greater than 50 wpm.

At least 2 years of experience at a Legal Assistant

Our employees work in compliance with federal and state laws and pass a 10-panel drug test, a criminal background check, and a conflict-of-interest check.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan with a company match

EAP

Life insurance

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Candidates selected to interview will be tested on their typing skills, writing ability, and logical reasoning.

This is a full-time position with benefits available after an introductory period. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary based on experience.

Butler & Associates, P.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. 

Butler & Associates, P.A. participates in E-Verify.

If you have trouble with your application or need reasonable accommodations, please call (785) 267-6444.

All candidates will receive a response and continued communication via email.  Please check your spam if you do not receive anything immediately following submission of your application.