Legal Assistant Jobs in Independence, MO

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Receptionist/Legal Assistant

  • Evans & Dixon
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Evans & Dixon is seeking a highly organized and personable Receptionist/Legal Assistant to join our legal team in our Overland Park, KS office....

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Term Law Clerk to U.S. Magistrate Judge

  • United States Courts
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Court Name/Organization Missouri Western District Court Location Kansas City, MO Opening and Closing Dates 10/01/2025 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade JSP...

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Term Law Clerk to U.S. District Judge Robinson

  • United States Courts
  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Court Name/Organization Kansas District Court Overview of the Position This will include extensive legal research and writing, drafting of orders and opinions on a variety of motions in both...

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Term Law Clerk to U.S. Bankruptcy Judge

  • United States Courts
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Court Name/Organization Missouri Western Bankruptcy Court Location Kansas City, MO Opening and Closing Dates 10/15/2025 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Classification Level/Grade JS...

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Legal Assistant - Prosecutor

  • Jackson County Missouri
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 24 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 24 days ago

Return to selected search result Legal Assistant - Prosecutor Apply locations Kansas City, MO time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id JR102048 It's fun to work in a company where...

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Legal Assistant

  • Hall & Evans Attorneys at Law
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Hall & Evans is offering a unique opportunity for a Legal Assistant to support complex civil litigation practice areas in our Kansas City, Missouri office....

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Legal Assistant/Medical Malpractice

  • Spencer Reed Group
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Legal Assistant/Medical Malpractice Join a team with a firm that provides a great culture....

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Legal Assistant - Real Estate

  • Kansas City Life Insurance Company
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 90+ days ago

Legal Legal Assistant - Real Estate Kansas City Life Insurance Company, a recognized leader in the insurance industry, is seeking an energetic, self-motivated individual to join our Legal department...

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Demographic Data for Independence, MO

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Salary for Legal Assistant Jobs in Independence, MO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Legal Assistants in Independence, MO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
Doctorate Degree
26.7%
Associate's Degree
13.9%
Master's Degree
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.3%
High School or GED
6.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Legal Assistants in Independence, MO
Less than 1 year
40.5%
1-2 years
20.3%
None
18.0%
2-4 years
9.6%
4-6 years
7.9%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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