Defense Litigation Paralegal

Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a large, well-established St. Louis law firm to hire an experienced Defense
Litigation Paralegal
. This role will support attorneys across a variety of litigation matters, including complex, document-intensive cases such as asbestos and eminent domain. The ideal candidate is highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing cases from inception through trial.

• Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation matters from pre-suit through trial
• Review, organize, and analyze documents received from clients and other parties
• Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery responses, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files and evidence
• Assist with preparation for trials, hearings, depositions, and closings
• Coordinate with clients, experts, witnesses, and opposing counsel as needed
• Manage litigation deadlines, court filings, and calendaring
• Utilize technology and online resources to support attorneys and clients
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by attorneys or supervisors
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all client and firm matters

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent relevant work experience required
• 2+ years of litigation experience required; 5+ years preferred
• Paralegal certificate strongly preferred
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training will be considered

• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
• Ability to proactively manage deadlines and multiple matters simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
• Comfort using legal technology and electronic filing systems
• Knowledge of general office procedures required; law firm experience preferred
• Ability to interact professionally and tactfully with attorneys, staff, court personnel, and external contacts

• Hours:
  
  Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.
  
  - 5:00 p.m.
• Compensation:
  Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Benefits:
  Comprehensive benefits package including major medical plans, 401(k), and paid parking

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries.

Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting

Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)

Entry level

Full-time

Legal

Law Practice