Senior Litigation Paralegal

Armstrong Teasdale; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong Teasdale seeks a Senior Litigation Paralegal to lead the legal process supporting toxic tort litigation, including depositions, trial prep, and execution. The role requires 5+ years of experience, strong research and drafting skills, and a track record of supporting complex litigation.

The position follows a hybrid work model with four onsite days per week at the St. Louis office; travel is anticipated and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal in a law firm or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in researching, drafting, and revising discovery, motions, judgments, and dismissals.
• Attend and assist in trials and with witness lists.
• Provide case evaluations and settlement value assessments for negotiation.
• Prepare, execute, and file court pleadings and UCC/state filings; manage deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Microsoft Office

Communication

Team leadership

Case management

Education

Paralegal certificate

Associate’s degree in paralegal studies

Job description

About Armstrong Teasdale: For more than a century, Armstrong Teasdale has forged long‑term relationships with clients large and small around the globe. Since our founding in 1901, we have grown to be one of the 200 largest law firms in the U.S. Our mission statement—“Always exceed expectations through teamwork and excellent client service”— carries through everything we do. We embrace the following values: integrity, teamwork, entrepreneurship, investment, celebration, perspective, accomplishment and inclusiveness.

Summary Description: The Senior Litigation Paralegal takes a lead role in providing all legal processes including depositions, trial preparation and trial execution. Area of focus will be toxic tort Litigation. This position is expected to meet or exceed a billable hour model.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead the team in researching, drafting, and revising of discovery, motions, judgments and dismissals
• Attend and assist in trials and witness lists
• Responsible for providing case evaluations, as well as provide an assessment of the case’s settlement value according to prior settlement history, for negotiation purposes
• Prepares, executes and downloads court filings including electronic filings, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and state filings, and court pleadings
• Manage compliance deadlines through docketing administration
• Draft client correspondence for attorneys
• Lead the team in conducting legal research and compiling materials in order to prepare for depositions, hearings and trials
• May prepare discovery production, schedule depositions, and check case citations
• May obtain records and work with experts in all areas of litigation
• May serve as a point of contact for clients and may interpret data for clients and team

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in paralegal studies preferred
• Licenses and/or Certifications: Paralegal certificate or degree
• Experience: 5 or more years in legal industry or equivalent transferrable skills from industries such as insurance, government, regulatory/compliance administration; skilled in Microsoft Office; 5+ years as a Litigation Paralegal preferred
• Decision Making – Makes decisions quickly and potentially with limited information; structures and coordinates personal and team priorities
• Communication – Communicates in a clear, concise and organized manner; and prevents miscommunication by clarifying difficult concepts and ensures understanding by others; knows the appropriate amount of information to share with various parties; ensures regular and consistent information is shared; and understands the appropriate level of confidentiality
• Leadership – Gives positive and constructive feedback to peers; trains new employees; finds solutions to a problem; works autonomously; and is motivated to anticipate future business needs
• Continuous Learning – Identifies self-training needs and opportunities; positively accepts changes
• Teamwork – Actively participates in the team and can provide feedback and solutions; listens and responds constructively to others’ concerns
• Alignment to Values - Consistently demonstrates the Firm's values and offers constructive feedback to team members regarding the values; strives to learn more and participate in diversity and inclusion efforts; demonstrates respect by understanding and providing support

Supervisory Responsibilities:Indirect

Physical Activity: The employee will be required to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer.

Work Model: This role follows a hybrid work arrangement and requires a regular onsite presence of four (4) days per week in the Firm’s St. Louis office.

Travel Required: 8%

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.