Legal Assistant

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Continuing Legal Education opportunities
Professional development and growth opportunities
Paid time off and holidays

Law Firm Seeking Legal Assistant with 1-3+ Years of Experience in St. Louis, MO

Are you a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for the legal field? Evans & Dixon, a leading law firm in the Midwest, is currently seeking a Legal Assistant to join our St. Louis Worker's Compensation team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable real-world legal experience by working alongside our team of attorneys during all phases of the litigation process. We are looking for candidates who are organized, possess excellent technical and interpersonal skills, and have a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities:

- Transcription of dictation
- Open and close case files
- Organize and maintain documents in paper and electronic filing systems
- Gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
- File exhibits, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel
- Schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions with clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors
- Submit invoices for payment to Accounts Payable

Requirements:

- 1-3+ years of legal experience
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs
- Familiarity with legal and medical terminology
- Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task

At Evans & Dixon, we are committed to providing our clients with top-notch legal advice, responsive communication, and hands-on industry knowledge. Our practical and efficient approach has earned us a reputation for successfully managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel, and winning high-stakes trials. As a Legal Assistant at our firm, you will have the opportunity to broaden your horizons and advance your legal career.

In addition to a competitive salary based on experience level and client orientation, we also offer a generous benefits package, including:

- Medical insurance plan
- Dental insurance plan
- Vision insurance plan
- Contribution to life insurance plan
- 401k profit sharing
- Social, charity, and wellness events
- Continuing Legal Education opportunities
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Paid time off and holidays

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a reputable law firm and gain valuable legal experience. Apply today!

Not Applicable

English

High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

responsibilities:

transcription of dictation
open and close case files
organize and maintain documents in a paper & electronic filing systems
gather and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
file exhibits, briefs, appeals and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel
call clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions
submit invoices for payment to accounts payable

skills and specifications:

proficient knowledge of microsoft office suite programs
ability to learn various software applications
must be detail oriented & have the ability to multi-task

education and qualifications:

1-3+ years of legal experience
familiar with legal/medical terminology
prior worker's comp experience preferred, but not required

evans & dixon provides midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications and hands-on industry knowledge

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