Litigation Paralegal

LHH; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Parental Leave

401k plan

Job summary

A reputable litigation firm in St. Louis is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join their esteemed team. The candidate will work closely with seasoned trial attorneys on significant commercial matters, manage documentation and discovery, and support trial preparation. This firm offers a collaborative culture and competitive compensation of $90–$110K, with comprehensive benefits including PTO, paid parental leave, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Strong proficiency with e‑filing in state and federal courts.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong writing, proofreading, and research abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare litigation documents, including motions and trial materials.
• Manage large volumes of discovery and document production.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom support.
• Maintain case calendars and filing deadlines.

Skills

Litigation document preparation

Discovery management

Factual research

Organizational skills

E-filing in courts

Writing and proofreading

Tools

Relativity

CaseMap

Summation

Job description

Our client, a highly respected boutique litigation firm located in the heart of Clayton, MO, is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join their growing team. Known for its sophisticated practice, collaborative culture, and hands‑on case exposure, this firm offers the opportunity to work directly with seasoned trial attorneys on high‑impact commercial matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, format, and prepare litigation documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and trial materials.
• Manage large volumes of discovery, including document review, organization, and production.
• Conduct factual research, organize case files, and maintain detailed case timelines.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including exhibit management, witness binders, evidence logs, and courtroom support.
• Communicate with clients, courts, vendors, and third parties regarding case logistics.
• Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and filings across state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting.
• Strong proficiency with e‑filing in state and federal courts.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong writing, proofreading, and research abilities.
• Experience with litigation software such as Relativity, CaseMap, Summation, or comparable platforms preferred.

Why This Opportunity?

• Highly regarded boutique firm with meaningful, high‑level litigation work.
• Direct contact with partners, trial exposure, and professional development support.
• Competitive compensation ($90–$110K) and comprehensive benefits package.
• Warm, collaborative team culture with long‑tenured staff.

Additional Information

Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 184 hours a year, 13 Paid Holidays, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.

Benefit offerings for full‑time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan.

Annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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