Legal Support Specialist Jobs in Missouri

At Polsinelli, What a Law Firm Should Be is not just our tagline, it is what we live every day. We strive to create an environment where our team members are encouraged to bring their creativity and professional passions into the workplace so that they can thrive. Are you a people person who has a keen eye for detail, thrives in a professional environment and wants to be part of a dynamic team? We have the perfect role for an engaging professional like you!

Polsinelli seeks a candidate to fill a Legal Support Specialist – Evening opening that is a remote role, provided the candidate is in a state/jurisdiction wherein we practice. Must live in a city near one of our offices.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS

Successful candidates must:

• Possess strong initiative, demonstrating an ability to quickly resolve document issues
• Have strong organizational skills
• Be able to work collaboratively in a team setting
• Be able to manage multiple projects/tasks at a time
• Possess advanced skills in all Microsoft Office applications; expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a plus!
• Must have a minimum of five years of legal support experience. (Paralegal, Practice Group Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant)

Other essential requirements for this position include:

• Have a minimum of five years of legal support experience.
• Possess advanced document formatting skills in Microsoft Word and other legal technology applications.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Show strong initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Have excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Are adaptable and able to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exhibit strong customer service skills and a commitment to supporting attorneys and business professionals.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment while also being self-directed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Proofreading experience preferred
• Calm and solution-oriented approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Proven ability to take initiative and make sound, independent decisions
• Flexible, dependable team player with a positive, proactive mindset

This is a remote position with two available shifts:

Shift 1

• Monday - Thursday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. CST
• Friday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. CST

Shift 2

• Monday - Thursday: 2:45 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. CST
• Friday: 2:45 p.m. - 11:15 p.m. CST

Specific to Shift 2: Litigation experience, including ECF filing experience, is preferred.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000.

As part of full-time employment associated with this position, Polsinelli PC offers the following benefits: Paid time off, sick time off, a referral program, medical insurance and benefits, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, ID Theft insurance, long-term disability benefits, short-term disability benefits, Parking/Transit reimbursement (varies depending on location), 401(k) benefits, and employee assistance benefits.

Polsinelli PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Experience

5 year(s): Legal support experience.

Education

Preferred: Bachelor's or better

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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