Abbott Osborn Jacobs PLC is a medium sized law firm located in West Des Moines, IA with an opening for a full time paralegal and a full time legal assistant. AOJ is a boutique law firm specializing in civil litigation and creditor’s rights and practice in IA, MO, KS, TX and NE. To be considered for an interview, please submit current resume. Final candidates will be subject to criminal background check and drug screening.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $40,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Duties/Responsibilities :
- Draft pleadings, motions, letters and other documents.
- Communicate effectively with courts, clients and attorneys.
- Assist in preparing and answering discovery.
- Assist in the preparation of trial exhibits and other trial preparation.
- Work with clerks and court attendants and file documents with Iowa Courts Online, PACER and other public information websites.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills/Abilities :
- Strong attention to detail, well organized.
- Solid work ethic.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work in high pace environment.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
Education and Experience:
- Paralegal and/or law firm experience preferred.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- West Des Moines, IA 50265: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- EDMS (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person