What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Dickerson Oxton Law Firm?
Company Description
The Dickerson Oxton Law Firm is committed to advocating for injury victims and helping them achieve justice. Established in 2010 by Thomas Dickerson and Chelsea Oxton Dickerson, the firm focuses on personal injury cases. Their practice areas include car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, premises liability, product liability, insurance disputes, nursing home abuse, and medical malpractice. The firm is dedicated to providing compassionate and skilled representation to its clients.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site position for a Legal Assistant located in Kansas City, Missouri. In this role, the Legal Assistant will support attorneys and staff with case preparation, manage and maintain case files, and handle a variety of day-to-day operational tasks. Additional responsibilities include performing administrative duties, coordinating office activities, and helping ensure the firm operates efficiently and remains well-organized.
Qualifications
- Strong background in Law, including familiarity with legal procedures and terminology
- Skills in Legal Document Preparation and experience drafting legal memoranda, briefs, and correspondence
- Excellent Communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders
- Proficiency in Administrative Assistance tasks, including scheduling, file management, and organizing information
- Experience as a Legal Assistant or similar role, demonstrating attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities
- Proficiency with legal research tools and software
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field preferred