Legal Assistant

JurisTemps, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in a fast-paced legal environment

Opportunities for growth

Supportive workplace

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

A legal staffing agency in Missouri is looking for a motivated Entry-Level Legal Assistant to support attorneys in civil litigation. This role includes serving as the first point of contact for clients, conducting phone interviews, and managing case information in the firm's CRM. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, self-starters with strong communication skills. This position offers hands-on experience in a legal environment with opportunities for growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a call center, customer service, or intake-based role.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for potential new clients.
• Conduct initial phone interviews to gather case information.
• Document detailed and accurate information in the CRM system.

Skills

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Our growing litigation team in St. Louis is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Entry-Level Legal Assistant to support attorneys in complex civil litigation matters. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional interested in gaining hands-on experience in litigation, discovery, and trial preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for potential new clients seeking legal assistance.
• Conduct initial phone interviews to gather relevant case information and assess basic case viability.
• Document detailed and accurate information in the firm’s CRM system.
• Assist with mailing, scanning, and processing intake materials, authorizations, and contracts.
• Collaborate closely with intake team members, paralegals, paralegal managers, and attorneys to ensure seamless file handoff.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all client interactions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in a call center, customer service, or intake-based role.
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong critical thinking skills and a natural curiosity for problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to help people during difficult situations.

Preferred (But Not Required)

• Previous experience in a law firm or legal setting.
• Familiarity with CRM or case management software.

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced legal environment
• Opportunities for growth within the firm
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Apply today or email [e-mail] to learn more!