What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Ahlers & Cooney, P.C.?
Job Overview
Whether we're protecting Iowa's businesses and employers or helping to build Iowa's communities and schools, our firm has built a reputation of excellence for being innovative in solutions while effectively managing risk for our clients for 135 years. We provide comprehensive legal services to state and national businesses, educational institutions and municipalities – across an array of industries.
We are looking for a self-motivated, organized Legal Assistant to join our team.
Duties
- Drafting and editing legal documents, performing and compiling research for assignments
- Correspondence with clients as needed, communication to attorneys on updated statuses; updating and maintaining client files in document management system
- Formatting and filing motions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents (e-filing is a plus)
- Maintaining calendars for multiple attorneys and tracking deadlines
- Maintaining client confidentiality, privacy and professionalism
Experience
- High school diploma required, higher degree and/or certification is a plus
- Prior legal experience, 2 years’ experience in a law firm preferred
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys and working within a team environment
- Professional verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organization, high level of attention to detail
- Previous experience with computer programs (Microsoft Suite, Adobe, HotDocs, Zoom, etc.)
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401K Employer Contribution
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
- Parking Stipend
- ‘Dress for your Workday’ Attire
Work Model
- On-Site Monday through Friday
- Hours between 7:30am to 5:00pm (7.50 hour work-day)
If you are passionate about the legal field and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our firm as a Legal Assistant.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- How did you hear about this position?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000