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We are seeking a highly skilled Litigation Associate specializing in Business Litigation to join our dynamic legal team in St. Louis. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of legal practices, exceptiona…
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Paralegal jobs in St. Louis, MO
Paralegals support attorneys by drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, and preparing for filings, hearings, and trials under attorney supervision.
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$19–$40/hr
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$57k
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Job Description Job Description Contract Manager/ Paralegal (Clayton, MO or Bellevue, WA)About the CompanyDeepSight Technology Inc. (***.deepsight.com) is an early-stage, pre-commercial medical device company with a visi…
Job TitleSenior Director, Litigation and Corporate Counsel Job #US20149 Requisition TypeRegular Function Legal & Risk State/ProvinceMissouri CitySt. Louis Region Posting Start DateAug-06-2026 Division Information ...
$24.18 - $32.21 per hour
thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One. Entry level paralegal responsible for basic legal research, preparation of simple legal documents, g…
$65k - $75k
TruAnchor is a dedicated utility services partner committed to extending the life and value of essential infrastructure. We deliver an integrated suite of solutions including detailed inspections, structural remediation,…
Job TitleExecutive Assistant Job #US19963 Requisition TypeRegular Function Executive State/ProvinceMissouri CitySt. Louis Region US Posting Start DateJun-08-2026 Division Information The Pet Care business...
salary aligned with your experience, along with the opportunity to earn an annual bonus. Requirements: Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or 3–5 years of relevant litigation experience Familiarity with state and feder…
Job Description What is the opportunity? Embrace RBC Wealth Management’s core values and inclusive culture as an integral part of our branch serving financial advisors and our clients. As a Client Associate/Registered Cl…
$130k - $175k
Corporate / Transactional Litigation Attorney St. Louis, MO | Full-Time | Hybrid A St. Louis-based law firm is seeking a Corporate/Transactional Litigation Attorney to join its team. This opportunity is ideal for an atto…
$90k - $165k
Insurance Defense Litigation Associate (3+ Years) Location: Missouri and/or Illinois (multiple offices; location flexible based on candidate and practice needs) Position Type: Full-time, permanent Compensation: $90,000-$…
$60k - $100k
Litigation Paralegal Location: St. Louis, MO Work Arrangement: In-Office Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience (DOE) Position Overview A well-established and highly regarded St. Lou…
Litigation Associate (Trial Attorney - Plaintiff's Personal Injury) Location: Greater St. Louis Area (Hybrid | Primarily On-Site) Compensation: $80K-$95K base salary + uncapped performance bonuses (expected Year 1 total…
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What paralegals earn in St. Louis
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$25 | $39k–$51k |
| Mid level | $24–$31 | $49k–$64k |
| Senior | $29–$40 | $61k–$83k |
Adjusted for the St. Louis market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Legal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Drafting pleadings and discoveryE-filing and court proceduresCase management softwareDocument review and e-discoveryCalendaring and deadlinesMeticulous attention to detailClient communicationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through how you manage deadlines across multiple active cases.
Describe a redundant system: court rules-based calendaring, reminders at set intervals, and double-checking computation of dates. A missed deadline story handled well is acceptable; a casual attitude is not.
What experience do you have drafting discovery and pleadings?
Be specific about documents: interrogatories, requests for production, deposition summaries, motions. Note that attorneys reviewed and signed, showing you know the supervision boundary.
How do you handle a client who asks you for legal advice?
The expected answer: acknowledge the question, explain you cannot give legal advice, and route it to the attorney promptly. This tests your understanding of unauthorized practice.
Describe your legal research process for an unfamiliar issue.
Show method: secondary sources first for orientation, then primary authority on Westlaw or Lexis, checking citations are still good law, and summarizing findings in a memo.
Tell me about preparing for a trial or major hearing.
Walk through exhibits, witness binders, subpoenas, and logistics, and how you kept the attorney supplied in the moment. Calm logistics under pressure is the trait being tested.
How do you handle confidential information, especially in a small community or firm?
Give concrete habits: clean desk, locked files, careful email addressing, and never discussing matters outside the team, plus conflict-check awareness.
What practice areas have you supported, and which do you prefer?
Be honest and map your experience to the firm's practice. Preferring their area with a reason grounded in the work reads as genuine fit.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For paralegals specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your paralegal certificate or degree and credentials like NALA CP or ACP, plus notary commission if you hold one.
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Name your practice areas and what you actually did in each, for example drafted discovery responses in personal injury litigation.
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Show software fluency: Westlaw or Lexis, Clio, Relativity or other e-discovery platforms, and state e-filing systems.
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Quantify caseload and output: number of active matters supported, filings per month, or pages of document review handled.
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Highlight deadline and trial support work explicitly; reliability under court deadlines is the core hiring concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Senior Paralegal
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Paralegal Manager
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