On-Site Legal Assistant | Fast-Paced Consumer Rights Firm

Morgan & Morgan; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team in Missouri. You will manage day-to-day operations, provide administrative support to the legal team, and help organize case files in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, an associate or paralegal credential, at least 1 year of legal support experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience as an administrative assistant or legal assistant preferred.
• Experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is ideal.
• Strong written and verbal communication is essential.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

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

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Client communication

Legal terminology

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team in Missouri. You will manage day-to-day operations, provide administrative support to the legal team, and help organize case files in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, an associate or paralegal credential, at least 1 year of legal support experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and Outlook.