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Legal Assistant Location:

Newton, Kansas Position Type:

Full-Time About Us Jantz Law Office is a local general practice law firm serving clients throughout Kansas. Our practice includes, but is not limited to, probate, criminal defense, municipal law, child in need of care (CINC), care and treatment matters, traffic cases, and limited family law. We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team. This position will provide direct support to the firm's Attorney and Legal Consultant and will play an important role in the day-to-day management of cases and office operations. Our practice can be fast-paced, and priorities and schedules may change quickly. The ideal candidate will be organized, adaptable, able to work independently, and comfortable managing multiple assignments and deadlines. Responsibilities (including but not limited to): Draft, proofread, and prepare legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other materials for filing with Kansas courts. Organize and maintain paper and electronic case files. Track court deadlines and other case-related deadlines. Maintain calendars and coordinate hearings, trials, client meetings, and other appointments. Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, law enforcement, and other agencies. Assist with discovery, trial and hearing preparation, document production, and case management. Monitor incoming correspondence and assist in identifying and prioritizing time-sensitive matters. Answer phones in a timely, professional, and friendly manner. Process incoming and outgoing mail and assist with general office and administrative responsibilities. Provide day-to-day support to the Attorney and Legal Consultant as needed.

Qualifications:

Minimum of two years of prior experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or in a comparable law office position. Experience with Kansas courts, court procedures, and electronic filing systems strongly preferred. Experience with MyCase practice management software is preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong organizational and time-management skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to prioritize competing assignments and adjust quickly when deadlines, hearings, or schedules change. Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a small office team. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with clients and other professionals. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in legal studies is preferred. Schedule This is a full-time, in-office position with the following regular schedule:

Monday-Thursday:

8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Friday:

8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Compensation & Benefits Salary is commensurate with experience. Employer-sponsored benefits are not currently offered.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Experience:

Legal administrative: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Newton, KS 67114 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person