Position Summary

Established law firm in Clayton, Missouri seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Civil Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in a busy litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex case files, assisting with discovery, preparing court filings, coordinating trial preparation, and communicating professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation cases from inception through trial and resolution.
• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, motions, notices, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate and monitor court deadlines, scheduling orders, and litigation calendars.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigations.
• Organize, review, and summarize medical, employment, business, and other records.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Assist attorneys with deposition preparation, exhibits, witness files, and summaries.
• Coordinate depositions, mediations, inspections, and expert witness engagements.
• Maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit binders, witness lists, and trial materials.
• Communicate with clients, experts, court personnel, and opposing counsel regarding case status and scheduling.
• Support attorneys during trial, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations as needed.
• Perform other litigation support duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, bachelor's degree, or paralegal certificate from an accredited program preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience in a law firm environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Missouri state court procedures and filing requirements.
• Experience with electronic filing systems and case management software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in personal injury, business litigation, employment law, construction litigation, insurance defense, or other civil litigation practice areas.
• Trial preparation and courtroom support experience.
• Familiarity with document management and e-discovery platforms.

Compensation and 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.