Legal Assistant Paralegal

CBL Legal Talent; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CBL Legal Talent is seeking an organized Legal Assistant / Paralegal in Baton Rouge to provide administrative and substantive legal support to attorneys across litigation and transactional matters. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department and strong knowledge of legal procedures.

You will manage attorney calendars, prepare and proofread pleadings, conduct research, organize case materials, and assist with deposition and trial preparation while

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document preparation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, case files, court filings, and critical deadlines.
• Prepare, draft, and proofread correspondence and legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and contracts for attorney review.
• Conduct legal and factual research, summarize records, and coordinate discovery and document production.
• Organize exhibits and case materials and assist with deposition, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with attorney time entry, billing, and general administrative support.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive legal information.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Legal billing software

Electronic filing systems

Job description

We’re seeking an organized, detail-oriented Legal Assistant / Paralegal to provide administrative and substantive legal support to attorneys across litigation and transactional matters. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department, strong knowledge of legal procedures, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, case files, court filings, and critical deadlines.
• Prepare, draft, and proofread correspondence and legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and contracts for attorney review.
• Conduct legal and factual research, summarize records, and coordinate discovery and document production.
• Organize exhibits and case materials and assist with deposition, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with attorney time entry, billing, and general administrative support.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive legal information.

Key Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and legal document preparation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with document management systems, legal billing software, and state and federal electronic filing systems.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently while managing competing deadlines.