General Litigation/Family Law Administrative Assistant

Summary

Dentons Davis Brown is currently seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support our general litigation and family law teams in our downtown Des Moines office. This full-time role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment where your contributions will be valued and developed.

The position provides administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, including drafting legal documents, managing court filings, scheduling meetings, and maintaining case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
• Prepare and process state and federal court filings, including e-filings
• Format legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and motions
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments for attorneys
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and internal team members
• Track and docket court deadlines and manage legal notices
• Prepare documents for mailing, courier, or UPS, including certificates of mailing
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files
• Assist with billing by entering attorney time and reviewing for accuracy
• Support attorneys and paralegals in preparation for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials
• Perform general administrative tasks and additional duties as assigned

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities under deadlines
• General knowledge of legal office procedures and terminology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and adaptability to new software
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organization and teamwork skills
• Professional and discreet when handling confidential information

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of legal administrative experience required; 2–3 years preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of family law experience preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance