Civil Litigation Paralegal

4 days ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States Adams & Martin Group Full time

Adams and Martin Group is seeking a Civil Litigation Paralegal in St. Louis, MO to support attorneys throughout all phases of the civil litigation process, from initial case intake through trial and post-judgment matters. This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of court rules, discovery procedures, and litigation workflow.

Title: Civil Litigation Paralegal

Type: Direct Hire/Permanent

Location: St. Louis, MO

Compensation will vary upon experience:

  • Entry: $50,000 - $55,000
  • Mid: $60,000 - $65,000
  • Senior: $70, flexible)

Benefits:

Job Description:

  • Assist attorneys with managing litigation caseloads, calendars, deadlines, and case milestones.
  • Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files using firm document-management systems.
  • Conduct initial case assessments and prepare case summaries.
  • Draft, serve, and respond to discovery requests (interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission).
  • Coordinate and manage document production, including collection, review, and organization of evidence.
  • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties to obtain necessary information.
  • Prepare and maintain privilege logs.
  • Perform factual and legal research using online databases and public records.
  • Draft litigation documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, subpoenas, notices, and correspondence.
  • Prepare deposition summaries, trial notebooks, witness lists, and exhibit binders.
  • Prepare and file court documents in state and/or federal courts, ensuring compliance with applicable rules.
  • Manage electronic court filings (e-filing) and monitor dockets for new filings, orders, and deadlines.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients to provide updates and gather information.
  • Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, mediations, and hearings.
  • Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including logistics, exhibits, and witness coordination.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a civil litigation paralegal (or comparable legal support role).
  • Experience with state and/or federal civil litigation procedures.
  • Strong understanding of litigation processes, court rules, and deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in legal software (e-filing systems, case management software, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, etc.).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Professional demeanor and strong client-service skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines.

*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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated

Los Angeles county

, to the extent our customers

require

a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.*

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