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Title: Hiring Passionate Legal Assistant and Paralegal in A Vibrant St. Louis Law Firm

Have you been searching for a challenging yet rewarding job opportunity in the legal field? Look no further! We are an esteemed, bustling law firm in the heart of dynamic downtown St. Louis, looking to expand our team. We currently have openings for a Legal Assistant and a Paralegal for full-time, permanent positions.

If you are a dedicated professional with a solid understanding of legal principles, an ability to multitask and manage time efficiently with excellent communication skills, this could be your dream job!

1. Legal Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and initial case assessments.

• Directly report and assist our attorneys.

• Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents.

• Secure affidavits, maintaining document control, and maintaining case correspondence.

• Liaison with trial team to ensure seamless legal case management and client service.

Requirements:

• A degree in Law, or associated field, or equivalent work experience.

• Proficient understanding of legal language and principles, including court proceedings.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Efficient, organized, detail-oriented work ethic.

• Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols.

2. Paralegal

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation matters.

• Conduct factual and legal research.

• Draft legal documents such as depositions and pleadings.

• Maintaining contact with clients.

• Organizing, summarizing, and indexing documents and evidence.

Requirements:

• Paralegal certification or degree.

• Profound knowledge of legal terminologies and principles.

• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines.

• Ability to handle demanding workloads and remain calm under pressure.

Widen your career horizons by becoming part of our team! Our firm is conveniently located in the lively downtown St. Louis area, surrounded by a multitude of eateries, cultural hotspots, and public transport hubs. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, our supportive work environment fosters career growth and professional development.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to build a dynamic and rewarding career in law in St. Louis' leading law firm. Challenging work, inspiring colleagues, and opportunities for advancement can all be yours!

Join us today, and let's make a difference together!

Note: Our firm is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal

• Proficiency in using Aderant case management software

• Familiarity with CompuLaw for legal calendaring and matter management

• Ability to handle billing functions accurately and efficiently

• Experience in briefing and preparing legal documents for litigation

• Excellent calendar management skills to keep track of court dates, deadlines, and meetings

• Knowledge and experience in civil litigation processes and procedures

• Experience in handling cases related to personal injury law

• Proven track record in personal injury litigation

• Experience in representing personal injury plaintiffs

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Excellent research and analytical skills

• Demonstrated commitment to professional ethics and client confidentiality

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in work

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically

• Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field is preferred

• Paralegal certification is a plus.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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