Compassionate Legal Assistant for Personal Injury

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys Liability Company

Alexandria (LA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Employee Programs

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join our growing team in Louisiana. We are a leading plaintiff personal injury firm dedicated to exceptional client service and compassionate advocacy.

You will support attorneys across the case lifecycle, coordinate with clients, and handle document preparation and discovery with accuracy. This role emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and a strong client-first mindset.

Qualifications

Experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in personal injury or high-volume legal environment. Paralegal certification is a plus.
Knowledge of legal procedures, including familiarity with federal court processes and terminology. Experience drafting discovery is preferred.
Organization and time management to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting with accuracy.
Professional communication with attorneys, clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, courts, and stakeholders.
Proactive problem-solving mindset and initiative in challenging situations.
Comfort using case management software and other legal technology to maintain files and improve efficiency.
Teamwork, professionalism, and a collaborative approach to supporting attorneys and clients.
Ability to work in-office Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

Case Management: Support your assigned attorney throughout the entire case lifecycle, from intake through settlement or trial, ensuring cases remain organized, accurate, and moving forward efficiently under attorney supervision.
Client Communication: Serve as a key point of contact for clients by providing regular case updates, answering questions, and delivering a compassionate and professional client experience.
Claims & Insurance Coordination: Initiate insurance claims, verify coverage, maintain communication with insurance adjusters, and provide timely case status updates throughout the life of each claim.
Document Preparation: Prepare legal correspondence and case documents, including letters of representation, demand letters, billing inquiries, routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, interrogatories, and other legal documentation in accordance with judicial procedures.
Case Investigation & File Management: Gather intake information, collect medical records, bills, wage loss documentation, and other supporting evidence while maintaining complete, organized case files within the firm's case management system.
Litigation Support: Assist attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, hearings, and other litigation activities by organizing case materials, coordinating deadlines, filing pleadings, and attending trials or hearings when needed.
Calendar & Administrative Support: Maintain attorney calendars, coordinate meetings with clients and other professionals, manage deadlines, and provide additional administrative support to ensure efficient case progression.
Technology Utilization: Utilize case management software to maintain accurate case information, document activity, and support efficient workflow throughout every stage of the case.