Clerk - Discovery

Circuitattorney; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Vacation and sick time

Life insurance

Health insurance

Job summary

A government legal office in St. Louis is seeking a Clerk - Discovery to manage electronic discovery processes to support trial teams. The ideal candidate requires a high school diploma and has strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office. Duties involve preparing and managing discovery materials, filing legal documents, and providing administrative support. The salary ranges from $44,000 to $50,000 and includes benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• An associate's degree in criminal justice, legal studies, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with Missouri Rule 14 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage initial discovery materials.
• Collect, review, and redact discovery documents.
• Utilize case management software to track discovery requests.
• Ensure timely and accurate production of discovery materials.
• Electronically file legal documents.
• Provide administrative support to the Discovery Unit.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritize and work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

The St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Clerk - Discovery.

This position in the Staff Support Unit at the Circuit Attorney's Office will be responsible for managing the electronic discovery process to effectively support the trial teams at the office.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• An associate's degree in criminal justice, legal studies, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with Missouri Rule 14 is a plus.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, are necessary.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to prioritize, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare, organize, and manage initial discovery materials in compliance with state statutes.
• Collect, review, and redact discovery documents, including police reports, witness statements, and evidence files.
• Utilize case management software to track discovery requests, response and deadlines.
• Ensure timely and accurate production of discovery materials.
• Electronically file legal documents.
• Monitor, verify the status of, and troubleshoot issues related to e-filed documents.
• Work with attorneys to prepare case files by organizing and maintaining electronic records.
• Provide administrative support to the Discovery Unit.
• Respond to inquiries regarding discovery from defense attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and court personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range - $44,000 - $50,000
• Vision insurance
• Vacation and sick time
• Life insurance
• Health insurance
• Assistant Chief Clerk

Work Location

• In person at the Office of the Circuit Attorney, 1114 Market St., St. Louis, MO 63101