Criminal Defense Paralegal | Discovery & Case Prep Pro

Combs Waterkotte; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 47,840 - 54,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Free parking

Job summary

Combs Waterkotte, a leading criminal defense law firm based in Clayton, MO, is seeking a Paralegal or Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in high-stakes cases. This full-time, in-office role requires attention to detail, strong organization, and proactive communication to help manage discovery and filings.

You will work closely with experienced litigators, handle discovery review, document preparation, client onboarding, and case communications, with a focus on thorough preparation and

Qualifications

• Experience in litigation support, especially discovery.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office experience required.

Responsibilities

• Review, organize, and summarize discovery.
• Prepare documents and coordinate filings with courts.
• Assist in client onboarding and maintain regular contact.
• Draft correspondence and manage case communications.
• Manage internal systems and client databases.
• Liaise with prosecutors, experts, and court staff.
• Track deadlines and keep case files organized.
• Contribute to firm operations and improvements.
• Assist in answering multi-line phones.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Clear communicator

Litigation support

Discovery

Proactive

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Combs Waterkotte, a leading criminal defense law firm based in Clayton, MO, is seeking a Paralegal or Legal Assistant to support our attorneys in high-stakes cases. This full-time, in-office role requires attention to detail, strong organization, and proactive communication to help manage discovery and filings.

You will work closely with experienced litigators, handle discovery review, document preparation, client onboarding, and case communications, with a focus on thorough preparation and