Legal Assistant: Flexible Hours, Generous PTO & Benefits

Degan; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dependent Care FSA

Generous PTO allotment

Flexible Work Schedules

Supplemental insurances

Job summary

Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) in Louisiana is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals with calendar management, document filing, and transcription tasks. The role combines administrative duties with case management in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience, strong accuracy, and excellent written and verbal communication. Familiarity with NetDocs and timekeeping systems is preferred, and a high school diploma is required with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in an insurance defense or litigation setting.
• Proficiency in NetDocs or similar document management systems. Familiarity with timekeeping software is a plus.
• Experience with transcribing dictation, with a focus on accuracy and speed.
• Excellent multitasking and deadline management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage attorneys' calendars, scheduling appointments, deadlines, and court dates.
• Serve as a backup for the front desk, handling faxing, scanning, and other clerical duties.
• Enter billable time for attorneys into the timekeeping system.
• Save and organize documents in Worldox.
• Transcribe dictation accurately and on time.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

NetDocs

Timekeeping software

Job description

Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) in Louisiana is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys and paralegals with calendar management, document filing, and transcription tasks. The role combines administrative duties with case management in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience, strong accuracy, and excellent written and verbal communication. Familiarity with NetDocs and timekeeping systems is preferred, and a high school diploma is required with