Paralegal - Litigation

UB Greensfelder; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Short and long-term disability plans

Life insurance

Well-being initiatives

Paid parental leave

Job summary

UB Greensfelder is seeking a full-time Litigation Paralegal in St. Louis to support our Business Litigation practice group under attorney supervision.

You will assist with case development, document review, and trial preparation, including organization of exhibits and filings. Ideal candidates hold an associate degree or paralegal certificate with 3–5 years of litigation experience, preferably in financial services, and are proficient with MS Office and litigation software including e-discovery

Qualifications

• Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate and 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience as a financial services paralegal is strongly preferred.
• Experience with litigation software solutions including e-discovery platforms and exhibit/trial organization software.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, and court rules and procedures.
• Strong written and verbal skills; ability to communicate with all levels of personnel.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary and/or lead paralegal on business litigation matters.
• Assist with fact investigation and evidence development, including document collection, review, analysis, and production.
• Prepare case summaries, reports, and court or agency filings.
• Organize and manage deposition, motion, hearing, and trial materials, including exhibits and supporting documents.
• Coordinate logistics for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials with attorneys, clients, witnesses, vendors, agencies and courts.
• Attend meetings, hearings, trials and other proceedings with attorneys, as needed, and utilize trial presentation software.
• Conduct factual and legal research, including client and witness interviews.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, and other case-related documents.
• Track deadlines, maintain case calendars, and ensure timely compliance with court rules and applicable regulations.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and provide case updates while maintaining confidentiality.
• Create, maintain, and search case databases; manage document organization, chronologies, and production logs.
• Assist with trial preparation and post-case file management, including records retention and file closure.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Paralegal experience

Litigation software

E-discovery platforms

Education

Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

E-discovery platforms

Trial presentation software

Document management systems

Job description

UB Greensfelder is currently seeking a full-time Litigation Paralegal as part of our Business Litigation practice group. Under the direction of attorneys, the Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for assisting in matters resulting from financial services issues, including FINRA, SEC and other state regulatory matters.

UB Greensfelder LLP is an Am Law 200 law firm dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering superior, customized legal solutions. The firm's attorneys advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of sophisticated legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. Renowned for its best-in-class client service and litigation excellence, UBG was named "2025 Ohio and Missouri Firm of the Year" by Benchmark Litigation and consistently earns top-tier accolades from Chambers and Partners. Established in 2024 through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., UB Greensfelder has quickly emerged as a super-regional powerhouse firm in the Midwest and in top-tier business centers. For more information, please visit www.ubglaw.com. Our Business Begins With You®.

Position Responsibilities Include

• Serve as the primary and/or lead paralegal on business litigation matters.
• Assist with fact investigation and evidence development, including document collection, review, analysis, and production.
• Prepare case summaries, reports, and court or agency filings.
• Organize and manage deposition, motion, hearing, and trial materials, including exhibits and supporting documents.
• Coordinate logistics for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials with attorneys, clients, witnesses, vendors, agencies and courts.
• Attend meetings, hearings, trials and other proceedings with attorneys, as needed, and utilize trial presentation software.
• Conduct factual and legal research, including client and witness interviews.
• Draft correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, and other case-related documents.
• Track deadlines, maintain case calendars, and ensure timely compliance with court rules and applicable regulations.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and provide case updates while maintaining confidentiality.
• Create, maintain, and search case databases; manage document organization, chronologies, and production logs.
• Assist with trial preparation and post-case file management, including records retention and file closure.

Qualified Applicants Will Have

• Associate degree or Paralegal Certificate plus three to five years' litigation experience required.
• Experience as a financial services paralegal is strongly preferred.
• Experience with litigation software solutions, including e-discovery platforms and exhibit and trial organization and presentation software.
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, agency and court rules and procedures, practices, etc.
• Strong written and verbal skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of personnel.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products is a must.

UB Greensfelder provides top-quality, sophisticated legal services, serving business clients ranging from small entrepreneurs to international companies. Our work environment is business casual and we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, short and long-term disability plans, life insurance, well-being initiatives, and paid parental leave programs. If you desire to work in a truly people-focused environment for a firm that values its employees, then UB Greensfelder is the firm for you.

UB Greensfelder recognizes the importance of forming inclusive teams of attorneys and staff to foster an environment where creative solutions are made for our clients, and all have the opportunity to thrive and succeed. We encourage candidates from a variety of backgrounds to apply to be a part of our team.