Kansas City, MO | Hybrid | $25–$27/hour | Contract & Contract to Hire
CB Partners is working with a nationally recognized Am Law 100 firm with offices across the U.S. and internationally to add a Legal Administrative Assistant to its Kansas City team.
This is an immediate contract opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the center of a busy legal operation. You’ll work alongside attorneys and legal professionals, helping keep matters organized, documents moving, deadlines tracked, and client information accurate.
The initial assignment is expected to last at least three months, with the possibility of an extension or permanent opportunity.
The Opportunity
- Location: Kansas City, MO
- Schedule: Hybrid, 2–3 days per week in office
- Compensation: $25–$27/hour
- Parking: Provided
- Assignment: Minimum 3-month contract
- Long-Term Potential: Extension or permanent conversion may be available
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you’ll provide hands-on administrative and case support across a high-volume legal team. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
- Opening new matters and ensuring case information and documentation are entered accurately.
- Managing incoming legal documents, correspondence, emails, agency notices, and other case-related materials.
- Organizing and maintaining electronic matter files and client-facing document portals.
- Preparing, formatting, proofreading, and finalizing professional legal correspondence.
- Tracking matter updates, deadlines, status changes, and attorney requests within internal systems.
- Supporting attorneys with document preparation and general case administration.
- Assisting with electronic discovery and litigation document organization, including indexing, coding, scanning, and Bates labeling.
- Helping coordinate documentation associated with settlements and other matter-related processes.
- Managing multiple assignments at once while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who combines strong administrative skills with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving professional environment.
- 3–5+ years of professional administrative experience.
- Previous law firm or legal support experience is strongly preferred.
- Background as a Legal Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, Case Clerk, Paralegal, or similar professional is a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and stay organized across multiple matters.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable learning and navigating multiple software platforms and databases.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience with litigation support or electronic document management platforms is helpful.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Who Will Do Well Here
You’ll likely thrive in this position if you’re someone who likes staying busy, catches the small details, and doesn’t need to be reminded twice. The team needs someone who can quickly learn new systems, communicate professionally, and shift priorities when an urgent request comes in.
Why Consider It?
This is an opportunity to get your foot in the door with a highly respected Am Law 100 firm and gain experience within a sophisticated legal environment with both domestic and international reach.
The firm is looking for someone who can make an immediate impact, and strong performance could lead to a longer-term opportunity.
Interested in learning more? Apply today to connect with the CB Partners team.
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
