Asbestos Paralegal

Lewis Rice LLC, a large downtown St. Louis law firm, has an opening for an Asbestos Paralegal. This

position requires an undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience. A minimum of five years of litigation experience and a Paralegal certificate are preferred.

Qualified candidates will have the following: organizational skills, the ability to proactively manage

deadlines, critical thinking skills, the ability to work independently and on a team, hybrid work

competency, writing skills, the ability to communicate professionally, and the ability to utilize

technology resources to support clients and attorneys.

The hours of the position are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position offers an excellent salary

commensurate with experience and an excellent comprehensive benefits package, including major

medical plans, a 401(k) plan, and paid parking.

Responsibilities

• Reviews documents provided by clients or other parties at the request of asbestos
• attorneys
• Prepares, organizes, and maintains files
• Conducts research
• Assists attorneys with preparation for trials, hearings, closings, and other matters
• Prepares graphic aids, tables, slides, and other audio/visual devices for attorneys
• Utilize Litigation Technology resources as support for clients and attorneys
• Other tasks as requested by the attorney and/or supervisor
• Must maintain confidentiality of client matters

Education and Experience Requirements

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of five years of experience and a Paralegal certificate are preferred
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, and practices of legal research is required
• Knowledge of various Litigation Technology programs
• Extensive writing skills, particularly the ability to prepare memoranda and other legal documents, are required
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Computer Programs (particularly Microsoft Word and
• Microsoft Excel) and the Internet
• Organizational, time management, and prioritization skills are required
• Knowledge of general office procedures is required; knowledge of law firm office procedures is preferred
• Ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and professionally with staff, attorneys, court officials, other government officials, and the general public is required