Legal Assistant/Paralegal - Gonzales

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join our team in Gonzales, LA. The role covers case management, client communication, and litigation support in a fast-paced personal injury practice.

You will work in-office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., supporting attorneys through intake, discovery, and trial preparation with a client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in personal injury or a high-volume legal environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of legal procedures
• Experience drafting discovery
• Excels at managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Communicates professionally and effectively
• Takes initiative and demonstrates proactive problem-solving
• Comfortable using case management software (Litify)

Responsibilities

• Case Management: Support your assigned attorney throughout the case lifecycle from intake to settlement or trial.
• Client Communication: Provide regular case updates and compassionate client service.
• Claims & Insurance Coordination: Initiate insurance claims and maintain updates with adjusters.
• Document Preparation: Prepare letters, pleadings, affidavits, and other documents per procedures.
• Case Investigation & File Management: Gather intake data and medical records, keep files organized.

Skills

Case management

Client communication

Litigation support

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Tools

Litify

Job description

• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join our team in Gonzales, LA.

As one of Louisiana's leading plaintiff personal injury law firms, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and an outstanding client experience. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality legal service with compassion, integrity, and unwavering support for our clients and their families. We value individuals who are empathetic, innovative, driven, collaborative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll do:

• Case Management: Support your assigned attorney throughout the entire case lifecycle, from intake through settlement or trial, ensuring cases remain organized, accurate, and moving forward efficiently under attorney supervision.


• Client Communication: Serve as a key point of contact for clients by providing regular case updates, answering questions, and delivering a compassionate and professional client experience.


• Claims & Insurance Coordination: Initiate insurance claims, verify coverage, maintain communication with insurance adjusters, and provide timely case status updates throughout the life of each claim.


• Document Preparation: Prepare legal correspondence and case documents, including letters of representation, demand letters, billing inquiries, routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, interrogatories, and other legal documentation in accordance with judicial procedures.


• Case Investigation & File Management: Gather intake information, collect medical records, bills, wage loss documentation, and other supporting evidence while maintaining complete, organized case files within the firm's case management system.


• Litigation Support: Assist attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, hearings, and other litigation activities by organizing case materials, coordinating deadlines, filing pleadings, and attending trials or hearings when needed.


• Calendar & Administrative Support: Maintain attorney calendars, coordinate meetings with clients and other professionals, manage deadlines, and provide additional administrative support to ensure efficient case progression.


• Technology Utilization: Utilize case management software to maintain accurate case information, document activity, and support efficient workflow throughout every stage of the case.

Requirements

What we're looking for:

• experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in personal injury or a high-volume legal environment.


• Demonstrates knowledge of legal procedures


• Experience drafting discovery


• Excels at managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy


• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment


• Communicates professionally and effectively


• Takes initiative, exercises sound judgment, and approaches challenges with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.


• Comfortable using case management software and other legal technology (Litify)

On-Site Commitment: Able to work in-office Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Summary

Why you should work here:

• Meaningful Work: Help clients navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives while making a meaningful impact through compassionate legal support.


• Collaborative Culture: Join a professional, team-oriented environment where collaboration, accountability, and exceptional client service are at the center of everything we do.


• Career Growth: Become part of one of Louisiana's fastest-growing personal injury law firms with opportunities to expand your skills and grow your legal career.


• Community Impact: Participate in community service initiatives, employee events, wellness activities, and team-building opportunities that strengthen both our culture and our connection to the communities we serve.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, financial protection plans, accident coverage, critical illness coverage, short-term disability, and long-term disability benefits.


• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match to help you plan for your future.


• Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid time off, early dismissal days, flexible start times, and up to six weeks of fully paid maternity leave to support work-life balance.


• Employee Experience: Take advantage of employee recognition programs, employee discount programs, wellness initiatives, and regular team events designed to foster an engaging workplace.


• Compensation: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.