Litigation Legal Secretary

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Litigation Legal Secretary

St. Louis, Missouri

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Direct (Permanent) Full Time

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$ 55,000 - $ 75,000 per year

St. Louis, Missouri

Direct (Permanent) Full Time

$ 55,000 - $ 75,000 per year

January 14, 2026

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Job ID: L02823 - AXS_1768410958

January 14, 2026

Job ID: L02823 - AXS_1768410958

Job Summary

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Beacon Hill Legal is hiring a Litigation Legal Secretary to support litigation attorneys as part of a collaborative, team-based legal support group at a large downtown St. Louis law firm.

This role provides comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to litigation attorneys, working closely with other legal support professionals to ensure efficient and accurate case management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide litigation support to multiple attorneys as part of a shared support team

  • Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents with a high level of accuracy

  • Perform transcription and typing (70+ WPM required)

  • Manage time entry and work within document management systems

  • Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems

  • Communicate professionally with attorneys, staff, and external contacts

  • Adhere to deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years of legal secretarial or litigation support experience

  • Typing speed of 70 WPM or higher

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook; familiarity with Excel preferred

  • Experience with time entry and document management systems

  • Excellent grammar, proofreading, and written communication skills

  • Strong organizational and filing skills

  • Dependable, team-oriented professional who works well collaboratively

Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

  • Some college coursework preferred

  • One or more years of professional law firm or related office experience

  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Advanced typing and document formatting skills

  • Solid understanding of spelling, grammar, and punctuation

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general internet use

  • Strong time management, organization, and prioritization skills

  • Knowledge of general office procedures; law firm experience preferred

Schedule & Compensation:

  • Full-time hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, 401(k), and paid parking

L02823 - AXS_1768410958

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About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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.

We look forward to working with you.

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