Receptionist/Legal Assistant

EvansDixon is seeking a highly organized and personable Receptionist/Legal Assistant to join our legal team in our Springfield, MO office. This dual-role position serves as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and professional environment while supporting attorneys and paralegals with essential legal administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced office setting Gain valuable and real-world legal experience by working alongside experienced attorneys practicing in state and federal courts in the Midwest! If you like litigation and a fast-paced position, then this is the perfect job for you! What you'll do: Receptionist Duties Manage the front desk, phones, messages, and client greetings Schedule and prepare the conference room Handle all incoming/outgoing mail, packages, and electronic faxes Deliver mail to FedEx/UPS/USPS and manage certified mail Maintain office and kitchen supplies Run errands, including food pickups for meetings and events Submit building maintenance and IT requests Set up offices, security access, and keys for new hires; assist with offboarding tasks Print and deliver checks in coordination with the Accounting Department Serve as the administrative point of contact for the Springfield office Legal Assistant Duties Transcribe and draft pleadings, correspondence, contracts, memos, and statements Assist with dictation overflow for attorneys and legal staff Support e filing on CaseNet when needed Maintain case files, scan documents into the document management system, and manage paper filing Review and correct attorney BIMS entries in LMS before release. Ensure prompt and reliable attendance What we're looking for: Friendly and professional demeanor Strong organizational and multitasking skills Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Self-motivated with a strong work ethic Ability to provide administrative support to all team members Excellent communication skills both in-person and over the phone

Education and Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred Minimum 2 years of experience in a receptionist, administrative, or customer service role Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Familiarity with multi-line phone systems and office equipment

About Us:

EvansDixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! The firm offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, and ParkingTransit) Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits Voluntary Life/AD&D, Accident, Specified Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) and Profit Sharing Pet Insurance Paid Maternity Leave Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays