Paralegal Office Manager
Paralegal Office Manager
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Monthly Salary
$ 43400 - 65200
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
10-04-2025
Job Description
Paralegal / Office Manager
Parental Justice Program
Job Summary:
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri Inc. (LSEM) a nonprofit law firm providing free quality civil legal services to clients living with low income and limited opportunity seeks a fulltime Paralegal/Office Manager for its Parental Justice Program located in our Clayton MO office. The goal of the Program is to provide legal advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and safeguard against unjust removal of children from their custody and advocate for family reunification by providing highquality legal representation to parents with cases in St. Louis County.
Responsibilities:
Paralegal:
Under the direction and supervision of the Parental Justice Program Managing Attorney:
Perform legal research construct timelines draft pleadings and correspondence and assist in investigations and trial preparation.
Prepare subpoenas and be knowledgeable with Service of Process; Prepare document requests file legal documents with the court
Prepare exhibits and points for hearings.
Interview clients and witnesses develop questions for depositions and witness testimony.
Review and organize case files read and file agency and therapy reports police reports and other documents associated with the cases.
Appear at Court.
Monitor client cases to ensure that client needs are met by other parties to proceedings.
Communicate with attorneys staff members and other parties concerning client cases.
Serve as a source of client information support and advocacy including communicating with clients concerning Juvenile Court and child protection agency procedures
When necessary provide clients with community resources specific to their needs.
Maintain current knowledge of professional ethics and of the procedural and substantive law that apply to Juvenile Court cases to carry out the legal assistant functions.
Office Manager:
Parental Justice Program
Job Summary:
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri Inc. (LSEM) a nonprofit law firm providing free quality civil legal services to clients living with low income and limited opportunity seeks a fulltime Paralegal/Office Manager for its Parental Justice Program located in our Clayton MO office. The goal of the Program is to provide legal advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and safeguard against unjust removal of children from their custody and advocate for family reunification by providing highquality legal representation to parents with cases in St. Louis County.
Responsibilities:
Paralegal:
Under the direction and supervision of the Parental Justice Program Managing Attorney:
Perform legal research construct timelines draft pleadings and correspondence and assist in investigations and trial preparation.
Prepare subpoenas and be knowledgeable with Service of Process; Prepare document requests file legal documents with the court
Prepare exhibits and points for hearings.
Interview clients and witnesses develop questions for depositions and witness testimony.
Review and organize case files read and file agency and therapy reports police reports and other documents associated with the cases.
Appear at Court.
Monitor client cases to ensure that client needs are met by other parties to proceedings.
Communicate with attorneys staff members and other parties concerning client cases.
Serve as a source of client information support and advocacy including communicating with clients concerning Juvenile Court and child protection agency procedures
When necessary provide clients with community resources specific to their needs.
Maintain current knowledge of professional ethics and of the procedural and substantive law that apply to Juvenile Court cases to carry out the legal assistant functions.
Office Manager:
Organize schedule and calendar court appearances and meetings. Create Outlook Calendar invites and Zoom meetings.
Facilitate connectivity between court hearings and meetings among multiple platforms like Zoom WebEx and Microsoft Teams.
Maintain LSEM manuals
Maintain office equipment supplies records files and databases
Work with court staff to get keys parking signs and maintenance needs addressed.
Maintain client files in compliance with LSEM regulations utilizing LegalServer case management software
Make travel arrangements
Update client handouts.
Follow up on research requests and assignments with legal interns
Perform intake procedures and schedule meetings with clients.
Open and Close cases.
Answer the phone for the office return calls provide referrals to callers correspond with Court personnel.
Work in a fastpaced office.
Qualifications:
Strong administrative skills are required
3 Years Paralegal experience is required Litigation experience is a plus
Experience with St. Louis County Childrens Division strongly preferred
Ability to relate well and work with elderly disabled and lowincome clients
Ability to collaborate with diverse community stakeholders
Strong communication skills work ethic and teamwork
Strong organizational skills attention to detail
Competent in Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel
Familiarity or aptitude with case management software preferred
Open to creative and innovative ways of fulfilling the legal aid mission
Who we are:
LSEM advances justice through legal representation education and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives promote fairness and create opportunities for those in need. Since 1956 LSEM has provided highquality civil legal assistance and equal access to justice for lowincome people in 21 counties in Missouri. We accomplish our mission through systemic advocacy/impact litigation and individual casework in a wide range of substantive civil areas which are in our priorities e.g. family law for victims of domestic violence prevention of homelessness/loss of housing health public benefits consumer education disability community economic development and immigration. As part of our community education/outreach efforts LSEM works with over 150 agencies and participates in over 35 task forces/coalitions. LSEM also has a vibrant Volunteer Lawyers Program.
LSEM advances justice through legal representation education and supportive services. We partner with the community to improve lives promote fairness and create opportunities for those in need. Since 1956 LSEM has provided highquality civil legal assistance and equal access to justice for lowincome people in 21 counties in Missouri. We accomplish our mission through systemic advocacy/impact litigation and individual casework in a wide range of substantive civil areas which are in our priorities e.g. family law for victims of domestic violence prevention of homelessness/loss of housing health public benefits consumer education disability community economic development and immigration. As part of our community education/outreach efforts LSEM works with over 150 agencies and participates in over 35 task forces/coalitions. LSEM also has a vibrant Volunteer Lawyers Program.
How to Apply:
Upload your resume and cover letter through our online application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Upload your resume and cover letter through our online application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Salary & Benefits Information:
The salary range for this position is $43400$65200. Specific salary within the range will be determined by years of experience. Excellent benefits including medical dental and vision insurance a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year) 12 weeks paid parental leave 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans longterm disability and life insurance employee assistance plan and flexible spending account.
The salary range for this position is $43400$65200. Specific salary within the range will be determined by years of experience. Excellent benefits including medical dental and vision insurance a generous time off policy (starting at 4 weeks per year) 12 weeks paid parental leave 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans longterm disability and life insurance employee assistance plan and flexible spending account.
Submission Deadline: Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
At Legal Services of Eastern Missouri we value diversity equity inclusion and mutual respect. We encourage people of color women LGBTQ people of all abilities and those who have been historically disadvantaged to apply. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that represents our community and to be an inclusive environment for all employees.
Equal access to Legal Services of Eastern Missouris office is available. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact Human Resources at the email Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
Equal access to Legal Services of Eastern Missouris office is available. Those applicants requiring accommodation to the interview/application process should contact Human Resources at the email Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
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