On-Site Legal Assistant | Case Management & Discovery

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. This role supports the legal team with day-to-day operations, including administrative services and case workflow coordination.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position offers opportunities to gain direct experience alongside our attorneys and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department).
• Experience in Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury related practice areas (preferred).
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
• Great written and communication skills; proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm.
• This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics).
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow.
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Skills

Strong writing and communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Time management

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Associate degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Typing 35 wpm

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. This role supports the legal team with day-to-day operations, including administrative services and case workflow coordination.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position offers opportunities to gain direct experience alongside our attorneys and staff.