Family Law Associate
Gates Shields Ferguson Swall Hammond, P.A., is seeking a full-time Family Law Associate to join our firm in our Liberty, Missouri office.
We are seeking a candidate with:
- A sense of compassion and empathy for clients experiencing family conflict
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Excellent organization and legal writing skills
The associate will be expected to:
- Work directly with clients
- Prepare pleadings and legal documents
- Conduct investigations through discovery and other means
- Communicate clearly with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
- Help achieve fair, appropriate outcomes for clients and their families
- Manage case deadlines and documentation efficiently
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree
- Licensed to practice law in Missouri and Kansas and in good standing
- At least one year of family law experience
What We Offer:
Gates Shields Ferguson Swall Hammond provides a competitive salary based on experience and education. Our benefits package includes:
- Paid health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- A family-friendly, work-life balanced environment
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and professional references to: sswall@gatesshields.com
Litigation Paralegal
Gates Shields Ferguson Swall Hammond, P.A. is seeking a skilled and motivated Litigation Paralegal to join our trusted team of experienced legal professionals in Overland Park, KS. This full-time position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a respected and client-focused law firm, working closely with experienced attorneys on complex litigation matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive support to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation
- Draft, review, and prepare legal documents and correspondence with exceptional accuracy
- Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and other attorneys
- Maintain and organize electronic case files using legal document management systems
- Monitor and manage case deadlines, ensuring attorneys stay informed, organized, and on schedule
- Handle docket and ensure timely court filings in both county and state courts
Qualifications
- Paralegal certificate or degree and 3+ years of experience as paralegal or legal assistant
- Prior litigation experience strongly preferred
- Strong legal research skills
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Excellent time management, organization, and multitasking skills
- Exceptional accuracy and thoroughness
- Self-motivated with strong follow-through
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, and legal software (e.g., Clio or similar platforms)
Benefits:
We offer a competitive hourly wage, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefit package includes:
- Medical, vision, dental and life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401K Plan
- Summer Hours (Friday close at 3:30 PM)
Testimonials
Our Work Speaks For Itself-
“Grant went above and beyond for our company when we were selling to another company. It was a very involved transaction. He was knowledgeable, communicative, expediate and great to work with. He ...”
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“Angela and her assistant Lyndsey helped me navigate a really tough time by providing me the knowledge and encouragement I needed to claim my life back.”
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“Larry: I’m so glad that I was able to retain you from a long distance “Florida” to do a follow up on my case. The case was complicated and required you to use an extreme amount of patience to resolve ...”
- Gary Bryan -
“My experience with Thomas Hammond was exceptional. Thomas represented me in an unfortunate divorce and he was more than professional and kind. This was the worst experience of my life and Thomas led ...”
- Cathy -
“Larry: I am so glad I have you all on my side. Thank you for continuing to work diligently on my case. Throughout the years of this process, I have always said that I just want to go about it honest ...”
- David McCune
Why Choose Us?
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Experienced & KnowledgeableNot only does our team have over 260 years of combined legal experience, but we are always continuing to learn and staying current with developments in the law and the industries we serve.
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Results Driven & FocusedWe carefully plan for each legal matter to develop a personalized strategy for achieving a great result. Careful planning is the first step in achieving great results, and your results are our first priority.
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Client Focused & PersonableWe take our clients needs very seriously. We want our clients not only to feel like they have a trusted legal advisor but also that they are part of the strong Gates Shields family.
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Empathic & UnderstandingWe care about our clients. That is why we take the time to listen and communicate so we can truly understand your unique situation, make you feel comfortable with the process, and develop the best course of action.
