Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary (Clayton, MO)

Stange Law Firm, PC is accepting resumes for a dynamic, highly motivated Full-Time Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary to join our Clayton, Missouri office, which is moving to Creve Coeur, Missouri on August 1, 2026.

With 30 offices across multiple states, Stange Law Firm is one of the nation's largest family law firms focused exclusively on domestic relations matters. Every day, our team helps individuals and families navigate divorce, child custody disputes, paternity actions, modifications, estate planning, adoption, and many other legal matters affecting families.

Why Join Stange Law Firm?

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Productivity bonus opportunities

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Roth retirement option

• 95-99% employer-paid medical insurance for employees, depending on state, plus buy-up options

• Health Savings Account (HSA) options

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Optional Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance coverage

• Paid vacation

• Five paid sick days

• Three paid personal days

• Nine paid holidays

• Paid birthday leave for full-time employees

• Work-from-home opportunities for eligible Senior Paralegals and Senior Legal Assistants after one year of employment

• Company-issued laptop

• Employee referral bonus opportunities

• Advancement opportunities within a growing multi-state law firm

• A firm that believes in promoting from within

• Ongoing professional development

• A collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented work environment

What You'll Do

As a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary, your responsibilities may include:

• Professionally greeting clients and visitors.

• Answering incoming telephone calls and accurately relaying messages.

• Scheduling appointments and assisting with client communications.

• Coordinating with courts, opposing counsel, and third parties.

• Preparing, drafting, and proofreading pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.

• Preparing documents for filing with courts and other agencies.

• Maintaining organized electronic and physical client files.

• Calendaring hearings, deadlines, meetings, and appointments.

• Assisting attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, and other litigation support.

• Performing electronic filing with courts.

• Processing incoming and outgoing mail.

• Scanning, copying, and distributing documents.

• Entering billable time into the firm's timekeeping software on the same day work is performed.

• Utilizing Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and the firm's case management software.

• Performing general administrative duties and special projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking motivated, organized professionals who are eager to build a long-term career in the legal profession.

Successful candidates will possess:

• Prior experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or in a law firm is preferred, but not required. We are willing to hire individuals with a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills, professionalism, and a strong desire to build a successful career in the legal profession.

• Family law or litigation experience is preferred, but not required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• The ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new technology and software.

• A positive attitude, professionalism, dependability, and outstanding customer service skills.

• The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.

Experienced family law paralegals and legal assistants may be considered for Senior Paralegal or Senior Legal Assistant positions with additional responsibilities and work-from-home eligibility.

About Stange Law Firm

Stange Law Firm, PC is a multi-state family law firm dedicated exclusively to domestic relations matters. Our attorneys are committed to helping clients rebuild their lives during difficult times while providing compassionate, high-quality legal representation.

Our attorneys have received numerous professional recognitions and regularly present continuing legal education seminars for legal organizations throughout the country. We are proud of our reputation for providing exceptional legal services while maintaining a positive, team-oriented workplace where dedicated employees have opportunities for long-term career growth.

If you are looking for an opportunity to build a rewarding career with a growing law firm that values hard work, professionalism, and client service, we encourage you to apply.

For more information, please visit www.stangelawfirm.com.

Please e-mail your resume and references to our Recruiting Director.

Watch our career video to learn more about opportunities with Stange Law Firm.

Additional Details

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All information submitted will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

 

State: Missouri
This is a full time position