What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant/Paralegal position at Kasting, Kaufman and Mersen?
LEGAL ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL
Kasting, Kauffman & Mersen, P.C. is a general practice law firm in Bozeman, Montana founded in 1998. Our firm focuses on providing general civil litigation, business and family law services throughout Montana. We strive to develop long lasting relationships with the individuals and businesses we have the honor of representing.
Kasting, Kauffman & Mersen, P.C. is searching for a full-time legal assistant and/or paralegal beginning immediately.
Duties and responsibilities:
· Assist attorneys with drafting and editing legal documents
· Catalogue and file correspondence, pleadings and case documents in the appropriate client files
· Maintain calendar for Court hearings, deadlines and meetings
· Conduct potential client intake and run conflict checks
· Maintain client court dockets
· Open and close client files
· Answer phones
· Create and distribute client invoices for attorneys
· General accounting and office administrative support
Candidate qualifications:
· Detail-oriented and organized
· Exemplary customer service skills
· Ability to prioritize and multitask
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook 365, Adobe/Nuance PDF
· Able to manage a wide range of personalities
· Maintain client confidentiality
· Ability to lift 30 lbs., bend, reach, stand and sit for extended periods of time
· Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required
· Previous legal assistant or paralegal experience preferred but not required
Benefits offered upon completion of probationary period:
· Health insurance
· Paid time off/Sick days
· Retirement contribution
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Compensation: beginning at minimum $25/hour, potentially higher depending on experience
Application Deadline:
Please send your cover letter and resume to Lanna Parker at lparker@kkmlaw.net by April 30, 2024
Kasting, Kauffman & Mersen, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Our Firm supports and encourages workforce diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation or disability in any of our recruitment, hiring or placement processes..
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- legal assistant / Paralegal: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Bozeman, MT 59718 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bozeman, MT 59718: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25