Legal Secretary/Assistant

Highlights: Competitive pay, excellent benefits, fun and rewarding team dynamics

The Company: Bangs McCullen Law Firm is one of the oldest and most respected law firms in the state. With offices in Rapid City and Sioux Falls, we have lawyers practicing in nearly every field imaginable. Lawyers and staff take a team approach to cases, providing a dynamic and unique work environment for all.

The Position: We are looking for a Legal Secretary/Assistant for our Rapid City office who thrives in a fast-paced environment to work with two attorneys who specialize in commercial litigation; professional liability; and medical malpractice.

Primary responsibilities will include:

· Close communication with clients and outside professionals

· Managing schedules and maintaining contact information to coordinate meetings and calls

· Drafting transmittal letters

· Reviewing correspondence, pleadings, and other documents

· Document management and filing

· Circulating conflict checks and preparing open file forms.

· Submitting monthly billing statements and ensuring compliance with guidelines.

· Calendaring deadlines, appointments, and events

· Proofing and filing pleadings in state and federal court

· Coordinating travel arrangements

· Other general office duties

Why Bangs McCullen?

· Competitive pay

· Extraordinary profit-sharing retirement plan

· Health, life and LTD insurance provided

· Family health insurance coverage, AFLAC, dental, and vision are also available

· Generous paid holidays and time off

· Team approach within office fosters a close-knit, supportive environment

· Spacious, modern office and with modern technological equipment

· Regular social events

· Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Experience and education:

· High school diploma or equivalent (Required)

· Law Office Experience (Preferred)

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Highly organized with excellent attention to detail

· Strong computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

· Professional appearance with a positive attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Legal: 2 years (Preferred)
• Office:  2 years (Required)

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Please submit your resume and cover letter to Brenda Sehr at bsehr@bangsmccullen.com