Litigation Paralegal

*FULL TIME PARALEAL* *(Business & Civil Litigation, Business Law)* Growing faith-based law firm in Overland Park seeking energetic and team-oriented paralegal to serve the firm’s clients in business litigation, general business/corporate transactional law, and civil litigation (including personal injury and construction).
The firm passionately seeks to serve business owners, their companies, and their people, and to partner in creating positive community impact.
The firm maintains core values of Excellence in all things, Integrity at all times, and Unity of purpose.
If you want to be a highly valued part of a growing and fast-paced law firm, work with a great team serving others with excellence, and do more than just show up to a job every day, keep reading.
*The Person We Want to Hire:* · Has a passion for serving others, and will do so with empathy, energy, and a smile.
· Pursues excellence, especially when nobody is watching.
· Is a proactive self-starter who embraces responsibilities and requires minimal supervision.
· Is committed to success of the firm’s clients, and to advancing the firm’s mission & purposes.
· Embraces and actively seeks to exemplify the firm’s core values.
· Promotes team atmosphere and positive work environment by helping others and asking for help.
· Values and models discretion, confidentiality, and loyalty.
· Is very organized and detail oriented, and keeps a tight schedule to timely meeting deadlines.
· Presents a neat and professional appearance.
· Is reliable with a strong work ethic and proven dependability.
· Takes responsibility for her/his work and for their impact on teammates.
· Uses the phrase “How can I help?” and promises to avoid the phrase “That’s not my job.
” · Enjoys interacting positively with varied personalities in person, by video, and by phone.
· Is coachable and enjoys learning new skills, software, and procedures.
· Thrives in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
*Position Requirements:* · 7-12 years paralegal experience in civil litigation or closely-related practice areas.
· Very organized and detail-oriented, with excellent time management and proofreading.
· Intermediate/advanced working knowledge of MS Word and Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
· Desire and ability to quickly learn then work with new software and technologies.
· Desire to work independently (after training) and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment.
· E-filing experience with the varying court systems (JIMS, Case.
net, eFlex, ECF/Pacer, etc.
).
*Physical and Other Requirements:* · Lift and/or carry 30lbs.
· Stand and/or sit for extended periods of time.
· Valid US driver license and reliable personal vehicle for commuting (work travel as needed).
*Not Required but Very Beneficial:* · Proficiency with MacOS operating system(s) and programs, including Mail and Numbers.
· Prior experience with Tabs billing/timekeeping system.
· Prior experience with Dropbox Pro, or similar web based secure file-sharing programs.
· Familiarity with Westlaw legal research.
· Experience supporting attorney(s) at hearings or trials, including document/exhibit management.
· Paralegal Certificate.
*Primary Responsibilities:* · Work closely as a team with other paralegals and staff to provide excellent client service.
· Work closely with attorneys and senior paralegals to proactively handle all phases of civil litigation.
· Proactively monitor and coordinate attorney calendars, scheduling, and deadlines, and work to ensure timely compliance with all deadlines.
· Coordinate with attorneys regarding proactive oversight and tracking of entire case status and progress on all assigned matters, including both litigation and non-litigation matters.
· Draft correspondence, transactional documents, pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, and more for attorney approval, as assigned.
· Coordinate, oversee and handle electronic filing and service of process, as needed.
· Proactively monitor and update monthly file review and status notes on all assigned cases.
· Work with clients and attorneys to coordinate and/or handle collection, organization, summaries, and accessibility of all documents for assigned cases.
· Coordinate and/or handle preparation of documents and exhibits for all purposes, in both litigation cases and non-litigation matters, including preparation of notebooks and exhibits as necessary for meetings, hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
· Appear with attorney at meetings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, as assigned, to handle coordination, availability, and electronic presentation of all documents and exhibits.
· Assist attorneys with pro bono case work under firm’s Pro Bono Initiative, as assigned.
· Periodically review and update case management policies & procedures with managing partner.
· Coverage of legal assistant, office assistant, and/or other paralegal duties during absences, or otherwise whenever workloads require.
· Anything else as needed or assigned to provide great client service and representation.
*Hours, & Benefits:* · This is a non-exempt position.
Work week is based on 37.
5 hours.
Hours worked over 40 are rare, but when needed are paid at one-and-one-half times hourly rate.
· Employer-paid (85%) medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee only).
· 401K with employer Safe Harbor contribution.
· Paid holidays (as determined by the firm).
· PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation, sick and personal time off.
· Paid VTO (Volunteer Time Off) for firm and individual community service – guidelines apply.
· Employer paid continuing legal education (annual maximum applies).
· Membership dues for membership in qualified paralegal organization(s).
*Compensation:* Compensation commensurate with job description and experience.
More information on compensation and benefits will be provided during the interview process.
MSB Law is an equal opportunity employer.
*TO APPLY:* Please submit *(1) *resume, *(2) *letter describing why the applicant chose paralegal as their profession and why the applicant desires to work at this firm, *(3)* list of at least three professional references, and *(4)* desired compensation, to _*employment@msblawkc.
com*_.
If selected for further consideration, applicants may be required to complete research or writing assignment(s), DISC and/or Culture Index (or other similar) assessment, background check, and driving history check.
All offers of employment are contingent on firm approval of background and driving history checks, and on applicant agreement to and signature of Employee Commitment.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.
00 - $28.
00 per hour Expected hours: 37.
5 – 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Free parking * Health insurance * Health savings account * Opportunities for advancement * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Travel reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday * No nights * No weekends Experience: * Paralegal: 7 years (Preferred) Language: * English (Required) Ability to Commute: * Overland Park, KS 66221 (Required) Work Location: In person