A well-established St. Charles, Missouri law firm, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal / Legal Secretary to support attorneys in a busy civil litigation practice.
This is a full-time, in-office position for an organized, dependable professional who is comfortable handling both substantive litigation support and legal-secretarial responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with all phases of civil litigation
- Prepare pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Manage case files, deadlines, calendars, and litigation schedules
- Prepare and coordinate court filings and e-filings
- Assist with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties
- Maintain electronic and paper files
- Provide day-to-day administrative and legal-secretarial support to attorneys
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in a law firm, preferably in civil litigation
- Strong understanding of litigation procedures and court filings
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Experience with legal practice management software preferred
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
