Benefits:

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

About the Role:

Temporary Legal Office Assistant

Location: Clayton / St. Louis, Missouri

Hours: 40 hours per week

Position Type: Temporary (with potential for extension based on performance and office needs)

About the Position

Our law firm is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Legal Office Assistant to support our practice. This is a temporary position ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Assist with file preparation and organization for cases

· Retrieve and organize medical records, billing statements, police reports, and other case-related documents

· Maintain and update physical and electronic case files in accordance with office procedures

· Assist with document management systems (e.g., CloudLex or similar platforms)

· Prepare files for settlement, litigation, and trial preparation

· Scan, upload, and properly label documents in the firm’s system

· Communicate with medical providers, insurance companies, and clients for records and follow-ups

· Assist attorneys and paralegals with administrative and clerical tasks

· Track outstanding records requests and follow up as needed

· Ensure files are complete, organized, and ready for review

Additional Duties

· Answer phones and take messages in a professional manner

· Schedule appointments and assist with calendar coordination

· Perform general office tasks (copying, filing, mail handling)

· Assist with intake of new clients

· Support office staff with overflow work as needed

Qualifications

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

· Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

· Professional communication skills (written and verbal)

· Basic proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint) and other general computer systems

· Prior legal or experience is a plus, but not required

· Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Ideal Candidate

· Self-motivated and dependable

· Comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment

· Interested in learning case workflow from intake through resolution

Compensation

Pay commensurate with experience

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief statement of interest.