Litigation Paralegal
- $55,000 - $75,000
- St. Louis, MO
Terrific Culture + Bonus Structure
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Job Details
Litigation Paralegal Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Case Management: Assist attorneys in all stages of civil litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
Document Management: Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and easily accessible.
Legal Research: Conduct legal research on relevant case law, statutes, and regulations to support case strategies and arguments.
Trial Preparation: Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, preparing witness lists, and coordinating with court personnel.
Client Communication: Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials professionally and efficiently.
Deadline Management: Manage deadlines for filings, responses, and court appearances, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
Billing and Timekeeping: Record billable hours accurately and assist with preparing invoices for clients.
Litigation Paralegal Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.
Three to five years of experience as a paralegal in litigation.
Proficiency in legal research tools such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software.
Adaptability and willingness to take on new tasks as they arise.
Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
Ability to structure complex projects efficiently and set/adjust priorities effectively; superior attention to detail; excellent judgement and use of discretion.
Ability to manage multiple projects and ability to work individually on a project and on multiple projects concurrently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Case Management: Assist attorneys in all stages of civil litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
Document Management: Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and easily accessible.
Legal Research: Conduct legal research on relevant case law, statutes, and regulations to support case strategies and arguments.
Trial Preparation: Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, preparing witness lists, and coordinating with court personnel.
Client Communication: Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials professionally and efficiently.
Deadline Management: Manage deadlines for filings, responses, and court appearances, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
Billing and Timekeeping: Record billable hours accurately and assist with preparing invoices for clients.
Litigation Paralegal Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.
Three to five years of experience as a paralegal in litigation.
Proficiency in legal research tools such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and case management software.
Adaptability and willingness to take on new tasks as they arise.
Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
Ability to structure complex projects efficiently and set/adjust priorities effectively; superior attention to detail; excellent judgement and use of discretion.
Ability to manage multiple projects and ability to work individually on a project and on multiple projects concurrently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.