C&S has an immediate opening for a full-time Paralegal/Legal Assistant in a state agency in Jefferson City.

Salary/hours for Paralegal/Legal Assistant: $25/hr.; Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Responsibilities for Paralegal/Legal Assistant:

• draft, review and organize legal documents including contracts, pleadings, subpoenas, and discovery materials.
• conduct factual and legal research to support case strategy and document development
• maintain and organize case files, ensuring all information is current and accurately filed
• coordinate and manage schedules, hearings, and deadlines for attorneys
• communicate with clients, witnesses and outside counsel as needed
• monitor case status and follow up on outstanding legal matters
• ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive legal information

Requirements for Paralegal/Legal Assistant:

• minimum of 3–5 years of experience working as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm, corporate legal department or government agency
• experience with legal research tools (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw) and case management systems
• strong understanding of legal terminology, procedures and preparation of trial materials and exhibits
• proven ability to handle a high volume of work with attention to detail and accuracy

Apply online (including resume) and/or at 1731 Southridge Drive, Jefferson City. Questions can be directed to 573-635-9295.

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