Legal Assistant

John M. Robin; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

John M. Robin in Covington, LA is seeking a full-time on-site Legal Assistant to support attorneys by preparing and organizing documents, managing case files, and coordinating calendars.

You will draft correspondence and basic legal documents, communicate with clients and courts, enter data, and ensure timely progress and accurate filing.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of law and legal procedures; prior legal assistant experience preferred.
• Proficiency in drafting, formatting, and organizing pleadings, correspondence, and contracts.
• Strong communication with clients, attorneys, courts, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Draft and organize legal documents and correspondence; maintain case files.
• Manage calendars, deadlines, and court dates; coordinate appointments.
• Communicate with clients and external parties; prepare routine communications.
• Handle data entry, document formatting, copying, scanning, and mail flow.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paralegal or Legal Assistant certification preferred

Tools

Office productivity software

Legal document management tools

Job description

Company Description

John M. Robin is a legal services firm based in Covington Centre in Covington, Louisiana, serving clients across the region with a focus on personalized legal support. The firm provides a range of legal services and emphasizes professionalism, integrity, and client-centered representation. Team members work closely with attorneys to deliver efficient, organized, and accurate legal assistance. The office environment supports collaboration, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to client service.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Legal Assistant role is based in Covington, LA. The Legal Assistant will support attorneys by preparing and organizing legal documents, maintaining case files, and managing calendars and deadlines. Daily responsibilities include drafting correspondence and basic legal documents, filing and organizing records, communicating with clients and external parties, and coordinating appointments and court dates. The role also involves handling routine administrative tasks such as data entry, document formatting, copying, scanning, and managing incoming and outgoing mail. The Legal Assistant will collaborate with the legal team to ensure cases progress smoothly and that all documentation is accurate and timely.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of law and legal procedures, and experience working in a Legal Assistant capacity
• Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and organizing pleadings, correspondence, and contracts
• Strong communication skills for interacting with clients, attorneys, courts, and other stakeholders
• Administrative assistance skills, including scheduling, file management, data entry, and office organization
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with office productivity software and legal document management tools
• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education or paralegal/legal assistant certification preferred
• Prior experience in a law firm or legal services environment is an asset