Paralegal

Evans & Dixon is currently seeking to add an experienced Paralegal to our expanding & fast paced St. Louis office. As a Paralegal, you will be responsible for handling and maintaining cases from start to finish. You will provide support to the attorneys, organize and maintain case files, manage caseload requirements, and monitor case filing, timelines, and billing. Your responsibilities will include handling all aspects of the case including scheduling depositions, medical exams, ordering and summarizing medical records, and more! Successful candidates will have a durable work ethic, superior ability to multitask, and enjoy working in a fast pace and intellectually stimulating setting.

Gain valuable and real-world legal experience by working alongside experienced attorneys practicing in state and federal courts in the Midwest! If you like litigation and a fast-paced position, then this is the perfect job for you!

What you'll do:

As a Paralegal, you will assist your team of attorneys and legal support staff by:

• Scheduling: Manage and maintain your attorney's calendar by preparing files for court appearances, tracking pleading and discovery deadlines, and coordinating depositions and medical examinations.
• Medical Records: Order, obtain, review, and summarize medical records for all active case files.
• Communication: Maintain frequent and professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, and medical specialists.
• Record Keeping: File and organize exhibits, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel, while maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date digital records for each case.
• Trial Preparation: Support trial preparation by reviewing witness lists, assembling exhibits and trial binders, and monitoring all court‑related deadlines.
• Administrative Support: Assist attorneys by obtaining affidavits and other formal legal documents, drafting pleadings and related filings, and submitting requests for records.

What we're looking for:

• A minimum of two years of applicable experience in Missouri worker's compensation defense
• Ability to work in-office
• Fantastic writing, typing, and editing skills
• Must be comfortable utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Have the ability to edit and proofread correspondence and legal documents
• Must be very familiar with medical terminology
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team-oriented environment
• Must be well organized, detail-orientated and able to work in a fast-paced environment with changing work priorities
• Ability to communicate with a multitude of different people, such as clients, opposing counsel, medical experts, etc.

Education and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Two plus years of applicable legal experience required
• Experience in Missouri worker's compensation defense

About Us:

Evans & Dixon provides Midwest business clients with sophisticated legal advice, responsive communications, and hands-on industry knowledge. Whether we are managing large-scale litigation, serving as outside general counsel or winning in high-stakes trials, our practical and efficient approach gets the job done. If you are looking to broaden your horizons and legal career, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The firm does offer a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, and Parking & Transit)
• Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits
• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Accident, Specified Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Personal Time Off (PTO) and Holidays