Legal Assistant

Sandberg Phoenix is looking for a Legal Assistant to join our Team

Sandberg Phoenix is recruiting a litigation legal assistant with 2+ years of experience in litigation supporting our medical malpractice team.

Why Sandberg Phoenix?

At Sandberg Phoenix, we believe that the practice of law is more than just delivering high-quality legal work. It's about being a true partner to our clients, providing exceptional legal services, and delivering real value. For 46 years, we've built a reputation for excellence and innovation in the legal field.

What we Offer:

• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values collaboration and mutual support.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Client-Centric Approach: Work with a firm that prioritizes client relationships and satisfaction.

If you've ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm that values your expertise and dedication, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become a part of the Sandberg Phoenix legacy.

You'll love this job if:

• You take pride in being organized
• You are detail-oriented
• You can have fun at work
• You can be flexible

What you'll do:

• Generate and finalize correspondence, and various legal documents to include pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery.
• Problem solve, think independently, and undertake projects with minimum supervision in a timely and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with attorney team in producing high quality work.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with both internal and external clients on all levels.
• Assist with scheduling hearings, depositions and mediations.
• Work in a team environment.
• Coordinate meetings and travel arrangements.
• Handle processing of invoices and expenses.
• Handle electronic filings with the various courts.
• Other duties in compliance with Standards of Quality for Legal Assistant.

You should have:

• Ability to problem-solve, think independently and undertake projects with minimum supervision in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to proofread material for contextual, grammatical, typographic, or spelling errors.
• Proficient in keeping attorneys updated and maintaining accurate tracking to support effective case management.
• Strong litigation skills with solid knowledge of court procedures and e-filings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Suite Products.
• Interpersonal skills to work with other Sandberg Phoenix members in a positive, teamwork environment to service our clients.
• Experience in health law or medical malpractice preferred.
• 2 Year Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies preferred or related business degree.

Pay, perks and such:

At Sandberg Phoenix we pride ourselves on living our values each day and it shows. Awarded first place as one of St. Louis' Best Places to Work in 2024 and 2025. We are continually improving to recruit and retain top talent – from our interview process to our Sandberg Scoop sessions with our CEO, culture is at the heart of everything we do.

• We offer competitive benefits, including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, PTO, 401(k) plan, and paid parking or transportation allowance.
• We also offer some unique benefits including paid day off for birthdays, office casual dress code, tuition reimbursement and more.
• We offer flexible work schedules and are currently working in a hybrid working environment.
• We value individuality and diversity. Our affinity groups, including our Diversity Committee, our Women's Committee and our Community Connections Committee allow our members to get involved, get to know one another, and make a difference using their unique talents.
• Salary range starting at $55,000 commensurate with experience.

How to Join Us:

Apply online at – Career Opportunities or send resume and cover letter to: or fax to or mail to Recruitment: Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard P.C., 701 Market St., Suite 600, St. Louis, Missouri 63101.

Sandberg Phoenix is committed to an inclusive environment that will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran status or any other characteristic to the extent protected by federal, state or local laws.