Legal Administrative Assistant — Corporate & Trusts Practice

Jones Walker LLP

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 64,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Jones Walker LLP in New Orleans seeks a Legal Administrative Assistant to support corporate and trusts & estates attorneys. You will prepare and manage legal documents, coordinate client matters, and maintain attorney calendars in a fast-paced, confidential setting.

This full-time role requires strong typing, proofreading, billing assistance, and professional communication with clients and third parties. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software is expected, along with the ability to

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
Experience as a legal secretary in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
Experience supporting Corporate and/or Trusts & Estates practices preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.

Responsibilities

Create, edit, revise, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence.
Assist with estate planning, probate, trust administration, and corporate documents.
Open, maintain, and close client and matter files per firm procedures.
Maintain attorneys’ calendars and coordinate meetings, travel, and appointments.
Ensure accurate entry of attorney time and billing-related tasks.
Prepare, review, and distribute client bills and respond to billing inquiries.
Communicate professionally with clients and third parties on behalf of attorneys.
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, LAAs, and other staff to meet deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality of client, firm, and personnel information.