Legal Assistant — Public Service Litigation Support (St. Louis)

State-of-Missour; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Legal Services in Missouri has an opening for a Legal Assistant in the St. Louis Metro Litigation Unit. The role supports multiple attorneys handling juvenile, probate, family, and circuit court matters.

You will perform administrative tasks, draft documents, file legal instruments, and assist with case management under attorney guidance. A strong written and oral communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 2+ years of admin support experience.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to work independently.
• Professional written and verbal communication required.
• Experience in a legal environment preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys.
• Perform case management tasks and draft legal instruments and correspondence.
• File legal documents and facilitate research.
• Support in juvenile, probate, family, and circuit court matters.

Skills

Administrative support

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Professional communication

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

The Division of Legal Services in Missouri has an opening for a Legal Assistant in the St. Louis Metro Litigation Unit. The role supports multiple attorneys handling juvenile, probate, family, and circuit court matters.

You will perform administrative tasks, draft documents, file legal instruments, and assist with case management under attorney guidance. A strong written and oral communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential.