Senior Litigation Paralegal

Adams & Martin Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

CLE and professional development

Long-term career growth potential

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group seeks an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal in Clayton, MO to support attorneys from inception through trial in complex civil matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes extensive litigation procedures, document management, discovery, trial prep, and client communication, acting as a key member of the litigation team with advanced support responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of litigation paralegal experience; 7+ years preferred.
• Experience in civil/business litigation and related areas.
• Strong knowledge of state/federal court procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and litigation software.
• Experience with e-filing and document management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and with attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft, revise, and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Prepare and file documents in Missouri state courts, federal courts, and appellate courts.
• Coordinate and manage discovery including document collection and review.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Monitor deadlines and maintain attorney calendars.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and trial schedules.
• Review and summarize medical, employment, and business records.
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research as directed.
• Prepare case chronologies, witness files, and trial notebooks.
• Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits and courtroom logistics.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and vendors.
• Support billing, reporting, and litigation cost tracking.
• Mentor junior paralegals and staff as needed.

Skills

Litigation support

Case management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Discretion

Education

Paralegal certificate

Associate's/Bachelor's degree

Tools

Time Matters

Clio

ProLaw

iManage

Relativity

Job description

An established and respected law firm in Clayton, MO is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in all phases of complex civil litigation. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple cases in a fast-paced legal environment.

Position Summary

Senior Litigation Paralegal

About the Firm

An established and respected law firm in Clayton, MO is seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in all phases of complex civil litigation. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing multiple cases in a fast-paced legal environment.

Position Summary

The Senior Litigation Paralegal will work closely with attorneys from case inception through trial and post-trial proceedings. This role requires extensive experience with litigation procedures, document management, discovery, trial preparation, and client communication. The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the litigation team and provide advanced legal and administrative support.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft, revise, and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Prepare and file legal documents in Missouri state courts, federal courts, and appellate courts.
• Coordinate and manage all aspects of discovery, including document collection, production, and review.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Monitor case deadlines and maintain attorney calendars.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, arbitrations, and trial schedules.
• Review and summarize medical records, employment records, business records, and other case-related documents.
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research as directed by attorneys.
• Prepare case chronologies, witness files, exhibit lists, and trial notebooks.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including coordinating exhibits, witnesses, and courtroom logistics.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, experts, and vendors.
• Support billing, case reporting, and litigation cost tracking.
• Mentor junior paralegals and legal support staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or Associate's/Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal experience; 7+ years preferred.
• Experience supporting civil litigation, insurance defense, personal injury, business litigation, employment law, or commercial litigation matters.
• Strong knowledge of Missouri state court procedures and federal court filing requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software.
• Experience with e-filing systems, document databases, and litigation support platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trial experience, including courtroom support.
• Experience with complex litigation and large-scale document productions.
• Familiarity with Time Matters, Clio, ProLaw, iManage, Relativity, or similar litigation support software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Continuing legal education and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and professional work environment with long-term career growth potential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.