Paralegal Manager jobs in Kansas City, KS

Paralegal Manager manages and develops the paralegal team and the systems and processes utilized to conduct research and produce legal documents. Responsible for case management by assigning cases and monitoring progress to ensure timely completion. Being a Paralegal Manager validates and oversees the preparation of legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, motions, appeals, wills, and contracts. Organizes documents into formal report and proofs for attorneys. Additionally, Paralegal Manager provides research and training support to the paralegals utilizing databases and legal libraries. Coordinates with attorneys on special requests or highly complex projects. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Paralegal Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Paralegal Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paralegal
  • Evans & Dixon
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Evans & Dixon is currently seeking to add a Paralegal to our expanding & fast paced Johnson County office. As a Paralegal, you will be responsible for handling and maintaining cases from start to finish. You will provide support to the attorneys, organize and maintain case files, manage caseload requirements, and monitor budgets, timelines, and billing. There is frequent client contact & medical record review and analysis. Your responsibilities will include handling all aspects of the case including secretarial and paralegal tasks. Successful candidates will have a durable work ethic, superior ability to multitask, and enjoy working in a fast pace and intellectually stimulating setting.

    Gain valuable and real-world legal experience by working alongside attorneys practicing in state and federal courts in the Midwest, and participate in all phases of the litigation process, from the initiation of a case, to fact gathering, discovery, through trial and post-trial findings and appeals. If you like litigation and a fast-paced position please apply!

    Responsibilities:

    • Prepare and review confidentiality agreements with attorney supervision.
    • Providing administrative, litigation, and ongoing research support to attorneys along with investigating facts on each of those cases assigned to the attorney(s).
    • Assist attorney(s) in preparation for hearings and trials by preparing arguments, motions, contracts and agreements.
    • Research legal issues, regulations, legal articles, and relevant supporting laws by using online and offline sources.
    • Conduct legal research and draft and drafting as requested.
    • File and organize exhibitions, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel.
    • Summarize interrogatories, testimonies, and depositions to aid attorney before and during trial.
    • Obtain affidavits and other formal legal documents
    • Complete investigations such as calling clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside parties to schedule interviews, meetings and depositions.
    • Maintain all records for each case.
    • Review trial transcriptions
    • Perform special tasks as needed, which may include but are not limited to, learning new computer applications, such as litigation management software and databases.
    • Draft correspondence and legal documents
    • Get affidavits and other formal statements that may be used as evidence in court
    • Help lawyers during trials by handling exhibits, taking notes, or reviewing trial transcripts
    • File exhibits, briefs, appeals and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel
    • Call clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions
    • Provide administrative support
    • Handle communication with clients
    • Maintain contact lists
    • Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars
    • Provide support for general office administration

    Skills and Specifications:

    • Strong technical skills and knowledge using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
    • Excellent written communication skills to edit and proofread correspondence and legal documents
    • Knowledge or familiarity of certain court procedures
    • Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment
    • Must be well organized, detail-orientated and able to work in a fast-paced environment with changing work priorities
    • Ability to type accurately and efficiently from draft or dictation with a minimum of 50 wpm
    • Ability to deal professionally and effectively with both internal and external clients on all levels
    • Ability to analyze routine administrative tasks and duties
    • Ability to keep a Medical recording tracking log

    Education and Qualifications:

    • Must understand and maintain complex litigation
    • Working knowledge of legal terminology and legal writing
    • Experience in product liability and (or) wrongful death is preferred, but not required

    Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

    The firm does offer a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation:

    • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Health Savings Account
    • Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, and Parking & Transit)
    • Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits
    • 401(k) and Profit Sharing
    • Paid Maternity Leave
    • Wellness Program
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
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Paralegal
  • Robert Half
  • Overland Park, KS PER_DIEM
  • Job Title: Paralegal - Litigation Firm Overview:Join our esteemed law firm, recognized as a leader in the legal industry, where innovation meets tradition. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivate...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Chief of Staff KC
  • Prairie, KS FULL_TIME
  • Chief of Staff has partnered with a reputable company located in the Prairie Village, KS area to fill a Paralegal position for them.. Responsibilities: Assist with all administrative tasks while suppo...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Paralegal
  • DAIRY FARMERS OF AMERICA, INC.
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Assist the personnel of the Legal department in the various aspects of legal issues affecting the company. In office Tuesdays, Thursdays, and third weekday of the employee’s choosing, with option to w...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Dairy Farmers of America
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Assist the personnel of the Legal department in the various aspects of legal issues affecting the company. In office Tuesdays, Thursdays, and third weekday of the employee's choosing, with option to w...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Millsap & Singer
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Millsap & Singer provides legal representation to banks and mortgage lenders throughout the state of Missouri, Kansas and Kentucky. The firm has been successfully representing mortgage lenders for ove...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Paralegal / Case Manager
  • DiPasquale Moore
  • Kansas City, MO
  • TITLE: Case Manager / Paralegal REPORTS TO: Team Lead Attorney SALARY: Competitive salary commensurate with experience P...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal
  • Evans & Dixon
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Evans & Dixon is currently seeking to add a Paralegal to our expanding & fast paced Johnson County office. As a Paralega...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legal Administrative Assistant
  • Stinson Co
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Description Summary This Legal Administrative Assistant (LAA) position is a member of a 4-person multi-practice LAA team...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal / JD
  • Long & Robinson, LLC
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Job Description Legal Document Specialist | Paralegal | Attorney Boutique law firm seeking experienced, ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal / JD
  • Long & Robinson, LLC
  • Olathe, KS
  • Job Description Job Description Legal Document Specialist | Paralegal | Attorney Boutique law firm seeking experienced, ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paralegal / JD
  • Long & Robinson, LLC
  • Lee's Summit, MO
  • Job Description Job Description Legal Document Specialist | Paralegal | Attorney Boutique law firm seeking experienced, ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legal Assistant - Judicial Foreclosure
  • SouthLaw P C
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits 401k with Matching Up To 3%, Over a 3 Year Vesting Period Fuel Adjustment Medic...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legal Assistant Paralegal
  • Keenan & Bhatia, LLC
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Job Description Job Description Keenan & Bhatia is a growing plaintiff’s-side employee’s rights practice with offices in...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kansas City is the third-largest city in the State of Kansas, the county seat of Wyandotte County, and the third-largest city of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Kansas City, Kansas is abbreviated as "KCK" to differentiate it from Kansas City, Missouri, after which it is named. It is part of a consolidated city-county government known as the "Unified Government". Wyandotte County also includes the independent cities of Bonner Springs and Edwardsville. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 145,786 residents. It is situated at Kaw Point, which is the junction of the Missouri an...
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Income Estimation for Paralegal Manager jobs
$120,333 to $162,752
Kansas City, Kansas area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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