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Wallace Saunders, Chartered

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Pay: $55,000–$57,000/yr

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Wichita, KS (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$58,108 / year median in Kansas

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Legal Assistant/Paralegal Wallace Saunders, Chartered - 2.3 Wichita, KS Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $57,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Paralegal Studies Filing Attention to detail Legal case management Associate's degree Full Job Description Our Wichits, KS law office is seeking a paralegal to join our established and successful practice. The Paralegal will work directly with our attorneys in the Workers Compensation Department to prepare for upcoming cases, prepare and respond to discovery, get involved in research and fact-finding projects and be responsible for maintaining and tracking all assigned case files. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet all of our clients' needs.

Responsibilities & Preferred Skills:

At least one year experience as a paralegal - Worker's Compensation experience a plus
Prepare medical summaries/chronologies
Assist attorneys preparing for trial
Utilize existing files and other research resources to develop information for pending cases
Maintain case file indexing system active archive for all ongoing and completed cases
Create documents & reports for attorneys based on case specifications and attorney requests
Work with attorneys to develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings
Sense of discretion working with personal client information
Effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
Strong research and report-generating skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Courteous & professional written and oral communication skills
Competence with Microsoft Office
Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent a plus
Industry recognized certifications a plus Firm offers a package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k and paid time off.

Salary is commensurate with applicable experience. This position participates in an individual performance bonus incentive program.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person