Paralegal I: Legal Research & Drafting Specialist

Ameren Services Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage on date of hire

Pension plan 100% employer paid cash-b

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave and family caregiver

Job summary

Ameren Services in Missouri seeks a Paralegal I to support the Legal Department by researching issues, drafting and filing documents, coordinating discovery responses, and preparing reports. The role requires strong legal terminology, attention to deadlines, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities include handling routine contracts, memos, and regulatory responses, maintaining records, and assisting with hearings.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with legal billing software, PACER, CaseNet, EFIS, LEXIS, Westlaw and MS Office.
• Strong legal terminology and document formatting knowledge.
• Experience in researching legal matters and preparing routine documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist Ameren Legal Department with researching legal matters and drafting documents.
• File legal documents and prepare reports; coordinate discovery responses.
• Monitor case schedules and deadlines; assist with hearings preparation.
• Draft contracts, memos, and regulatory responses; organize business and legal docs.
• Serve as initial contact for routine legal matters and support teams within the department.
• Manage record retention and assist with routine departmental projects.

Skills

Legal terminology

Deadline management

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies

High school diploma + 7+ years experience

Tools

PACER

CaseNet

EFIS

LEXIS

Westlaw

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

Legal billing software

Job description

Ameren Services in Missouri seeks a Paralegal I to support the Legal Department by researching issues, drafting and filing documents, coordinating discovery responses, and preparing reports. The role requires strong legal terminology, attention to deadlines, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities include handling routine contracts, memos, and regulatory responses, maintaining records, and assisting with hearings.