Litigation Legal Assistant

Beacon Hill Legal is working with a prominent law firm in Downtown St. Louis that is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join its collaborative litigation support team. This role provides comprehensive administrative and legal support to a group of attorneys and works closely with other team members in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Position Overview:

The Litigation Legal Assistant will play a key role in supporting litigation matters from inception through trial. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day support to litigation attorneys and team members
• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence
• Manage calendars, deadlines, and case files
• Perform time entry and maintain document management systems
• Handle transcription and document revisions with a high degree of accuracy
• Maintain organized filing systems (electronic and physical)
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues in a team-driven environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2+ years of law firm or legal support experience required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook; familiarity with document management systems and time entry required
• Typing speed of 70+ WPM required
• Excellent grammar, proofreading, and communication skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities
• Dependable team player with a collaborative mindset

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Schedule & Compensation:

• Standard hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, 401(k), and paid parking