Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Swanson Martin & Bell, LLP has an opening for an experienced Legal Secretary to support litigation attorneys out of our Kansas City office. The ideal candidate will manage busy attorneys, work independently, and handle various administrative tasks related to litigation.

Responsibilities

• Preparing e-filings for court
• Scheduling depositions where many parties are involved
• Maintaining attorneys' calendars
• Opening new files
• Time entry (Aderant)
• Preparing expense reports (ChromeRiver)
• Day-to-day responsibilities

Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience
• Minimum of 2 years of e-filing experience
• Ability to work effectively both independently and with a team, to assist attorneys
• Excellent communication skills, including attention to detail in writing
• Proficient in Microsoft skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Document Management System (DMS) experience (iManage)
• Product liability experience (defense) strongly preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Qualified transportation benefits
• Life insurance
• Vacation and sick time
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)

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