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Legal Assistant

Palmer Group
West Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/31/2026
Are you looking for a role within a successful, growing firm with a positive work culture? Do you have a background in providing legal assistance? Keep reading! Palmer Group has partnered with this established client to fill their Legal Assistant role. If you are interested in learning more and meet the qualifications listed below, we would like to connect with you.

Work Model:
  • On-Site
  • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Monday - Friday
What You Will Do:
  • Support the organization of all data for legal litigation proceedings
  • Complete formatting of pleadings, briefs, and other legal paperwork
  • Manage all e-filing, discovery, and drafting of briefs, motions, and pleadings
  • Edit documents, subpoenas, deadlines for hearings, and medical case chronologies
  • Render dictations
  • Create draft documentation to ensure all proper steps are taken and deadlines are met
  • Communicate with clients
  • Manage attorney calendars
  • Perform administrative duties as needed
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
  • 3 years of legal assistant experience working in a law firm
  • Previous litigation and transcription experience
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Developed computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong organizational and follow-up skills
  • High level of motivation with practical and technical experience
Benefits Overview:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Jess Jones at (515) 225-7000 or email Jess at jjones@thepalmergroup.com.

Salary : $55,000

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