Legal Assistant Paralegal

Law Office of Greg Webb; Prairieville (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Office of Greg Webb in Prairieville, LA is seeking a full-time, on-site Legal Assistant Paralegal to support attorneys. You will assist with document preparation, organize case files, manage calendars and deadlines, and coordinate client communications.

This role involves legal and factual research, reviewing and summarizing documents, and helping prepare materials for hearings while maintaining confidentiality in a small, client-centered firm.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of criminal law and procedures applicable to casework.
• Proficiency in drafting pleadings, motions, letters, and other documents.
• Strong communication with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and others.
• Research and document review to gather, analyze, and summarize findings.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Familiarity with practice management software and basic office tech.
• Commitment to client confidentiality and ethical practice.
• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal; paralegal certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with legal document preparation and case file organization.
• Maintain calendars and deadlines.
• Coordinate client communications.
• Conduct legal and factual research and summarize findings.
• Prepare materials for hearings and trials.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing and data entry.

Skills

Foundational knowledge of criminal law

Legal document preparation

Strong communication skills

Research and document review

Organization and attention to detail

Office technology and practice mgmt软件

Client confidentiality and ethical in刑

Paralegal experience or certificate (4

Education

Paralegal certificate or relevant education

Job description

Company Description The Law Office of Greg Webb is a boutique criminal defense firm dedicated to advocating for individuals accused of crimes. The firm was founded to ensure each client’s constitutional rights are actively protected throughout the legal process. Clients are treated as people, not case numbers, with attention to their unique circumstances and needs. Team members contribute to a client-centered approach that emphasizes respect, diligence, and strong legal advocacy. Working at the firm offers the opportunity to support meaningful work in the criminal justice system.

Role Description The Legal Assistant Paralegal will provide direct support to attorneys in a full-time, on-site role located in Prairieville, LA. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with legal document preparation, organizing case files, maintaining calendars and deadlines, and coordinating client communications. The role involves conducting legal and factual research, reviewing and summarizing documents, and helping prepare materials for hearings and trials. The Legal Assistant Paralegal will also handle administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and managing correspondence to ensure efficient case management. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can work collaboratively in a small firm environment while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of criminal law and legal procedures, with the ability to apply legal concepts to casework.
• Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting pleadings, motions, letters, and other case-related documents.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and other stakeholders in a clear and respectful manner.
• Research and document review skills, including the ability to gather information, analyze records, and summarize findings accurately.
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with legal practice management software, word processing tools, and basic office technology.
• Commitment to client confidentiality, ethical practice, and a client-centered approach to criminal defense.
• Prior experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, and a paralegal certificate or relevant education, are preferred but not strictly required.