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Legal Assistant Jobs in Kansas City, MO at National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Location: Kansas City, MO
Job Title: Legal Operations Coordinator
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office
About DLM LAW
DLM LAW has proudly represented inventors, entrepreneurs, and business owners in complex legal disputes since 2005. We’re a litigation-focused firm handling matters such as breach of contract, business disputes, intellectual property issues, and more. Our commitment to excellence and personal service drives everything we do — and we’re looking for a detail-oriented team member who can help keep our operations running smoothly behind the scenes.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive Legal Operations Coordinator to support our attorneys and team members by managing the day-to-day operations of the office. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, takes pride in creating order, and enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment. You’ll be the backbone of our administrative processes — from handling mail and documents to tracking expenses and supporting client intake.
Key Responsibilities
Office Management
Handle office equipment, supplies, vendor relationships, and communications with building management
Maintain a clean, stocked, and professional environment (kitchen, reception, conference rooms)
Manage offsite file storage and coordinate with records vendors
Documents & Systems
Scan and organize incoming mail, documents, and checks; maintain digital and paper filing systems
Prepare and send all mail (FedEx, certified, and standard); distribute legal updates and articles
Assist with marketing communications and newsletters
Manage court system logins (Pacer, CaseNet) and keep internal contact lists updated
Expenses & Billing
Enter and reconcile firm and case-related expenses in MyCase (credit card and bank statements)
Prepare and send checks
Assist with the preparation and distribution of client invoices
Client & Team Support
Draft and send engagement agreements using DocuSign
Answer phones, return calls to leads, conduct initial client screening, and send declination notices
Sign up attorneys for CLEs, confirm compliance
Assist with travel booking
Help schedule meetings, reserve conference rooms, and coordinate internal events
Qualifications
Previous experience in legal administration, office coordination, or a similar role
Familiarity with legal procedures and terms is a plus
Experience with MyCase or comparable case management software preferred
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Professional, friendly communication style (written and verbal)
Tech-savvy and comfortable managing systems and logins
Self-starter with a service-oriented mindset
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a small but mighty team that values clear communication, professional growth, and doing meaningful work for clients. If you love making things run like a well-oiled machine and enjoy being a key player behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.
To Apply
Please email your resume and salary requirements to [email protected] and [email protected]. Initial interviews will be conduced by Zoom.
