Overview
File Clerk Jobs in Wichita, KS at Hinkle Law Firm LLC
Legal Assistant-Litigation
Position Responsibilities:
Leverage technology resources to ensure the group of attorneys is operating as efficiently and effectively as possible.
Prepare documents by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, printing, and transmitting text, data and graphics using office software applications.
Knowledge of the legal processes that facilitate the accurate preparation of client documents and responding to filing or closing deadlines.
Prepare and coordinate e-filings, including filings in state and federal courts and agencies.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail, faxes, and scan documents.
Ensure that documents are saved and filed into the appropriate paper and electronic workspaces/folders.
Maintain the daily calendar of each attorney including, but not limited to, scheduling appointments, deadlines, court settings, hearings, meetings, and travel arrangements.
Maintain Outlook contacts for each attorney as appropriate.
Open files, close files and assist with conflicts checks.
Provide support to the attorneys with timesheets and regular billing matters.
Set up (and take down) of conference room for scheduled meeting, depositions, etc.
Provide facilities support, including a walk-through to report burned out lights to maintenance; tidiness and adequate stock of supply room; handle shredding bin services, send/receive offsite records, etc.
Maintain organization and tidiness of kitchen/breakroom, supply cabinets and copying room.
Receives and scans mail, documents, packages, and courier deliveries then deliver or distributes items accordingly.
Order, track, and restock kitchen and office supplies.
Maintain a professional and good working rapport with clients which requires discretion and judgment.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
A high school diploma or equivalency is required; an associate degree, business school certificate or related education is desirable.
• 3+ years of litigation secretarial or legal assistant experience in a law firm_ environment required_. Litigation and e-filing experience required. Experience in employment law and business transactions is a plus.
Strong knowledge of and ability to apply office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and PDF.
Working knowledge of legal practices, terminology, documents, and court procedures.
Flexible, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities from multiple sources.
Excellent typing, spelling, grammar, proofreading, and general clerical skills.
Ability to coordinate work activities and work well with others; prepare legal correspondence and documents; organize and maintain files and records.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Wellness program
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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Title: File Clerk
Company: Hinkle Law Firm LLC
Location: Wichita, KS
