Temporary Legal Assistant
Full Time • St. Louis
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.
About
At The Jimerson Law Firm we pride ourselves in catering to the needs of our clients in a manner that is different from what you normally get with other law firms. We believe in exceeding expectations by solving problems and creating value in unexpected ways. We treat our client’s matters as our own and do everything possible to help them when they need us the most. We actively promote our clients and look for ways to grow their businesses and improve their lives.
Herman Jimerson, Esq., Jimerson Law Firm, P.C.
Herman Jimerson, Esq., Jimerson Law Firm, P.C.
Herman Jimerson, Esq. received his law degree from the University of Missouri School of Law in 1986, and has spent the years since helping the people of St. Louis and surrounding areas with all their legal matters. Attorney Jimerson is proud to be a Missourian and his love for the people of St. Louis shines through as he treats every client like family.
At the Jimerson Law Firm, P.C. we handle many types of important legal cases and proceedings. For over 39 years we have consistently achieved successful outcomes for our personal injury and criminal defense clients. Additionally, our team can assist with tax resolution, business law, bankruptcy, and estate planning. Our firm has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and through the years we have consistently received accolades from notable organizations and publications, such as the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, the Missouri State Public Defender’s Office, Kansas City Magazine, and many others. The Jimerson Law Firm, P.C. is the firm that the people of St. Louis turn to when their legal matter is critical and must be handled with care.
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