Legal Secretary/Receptionist

Litchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant and growing nation-wide litigation defense law firm that strives to provide its employees with opportunities and a supportive environment in which to develop and advance. While growing from 16 attorneys in 2 offices to 250 attorneys in 25 offices across the country, Litchfield Cavo has maintained its commitment to excellence in both the attorneys and staff it attracts and the services it delivers. We provide all of our employees the tools they need to feel confident when contributing ideas, asking questions, and performing at the highest level.

Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a collegial and supportive work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.

 OPPORTUNITY

Our Kansas City office is growing and actively seeking a dual Legal Secretary/Receptionist interested in growing their career among our team of staff and attorneys, who value and foster open and honest communication, and act with integrity and professionalism. This position supports five attorneys and is an on-site position. 

SKILLS and ABILITIES

The following are representative of the knowledge, skill or ability the candidate must possess or demonstrate to succeed under the direction of the partner(s):

· greet guests and answer telephone calls in a timely manner;

· experienced in the area of general liability defense work;

· demonstrated knowledge of electronic filing requirements of state and federal courts in Missouri and Kansas;

· experience supporting attorneys who produce a large volume of work;

· ability to consistently produce and deliver quality work products;

· demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a very busy legal environment;

· organize, prioritize and implement tasks with strong attention to detail;

· work proactively, independently and as part of a team;

· provide clear written and verbal communications;

· maintain professional demeanor and a positive attitude with attorneys, clients, colleagues and vendors as needed;

· demonstrate proficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PDF maker (Nuance or Adobe Pro); demonstrated efficiency navigating the internet;

· iManage document management experience a plus;

· normal admin duties such as opening files, keeping files in order, drafting documents, expense reports, etc.

· familiar with keeping attorney’s calendar, docketing court dates, etc.

Our Firm provides current technology, ongoing training, experienced support staff and full-time IT and marketing departments.

Litchfield Cavo LLP supports and encourages workforce diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.