Legal Assistant / Paralegal — Litigation Support

Kids for the Future; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Maternity leave

Job summary

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys in Louisiana seeks a full-time Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join a growing team and support clients with exceptional representation, compassion, and efficiency throughout their case lifecycle.

You will manage client communications, gather intake data, maintain case details in software, assist with discovery, draft documents, and support attorneys in litigation and trial prep. A strong, organized, client-focused professional is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal required.
• Paralegal certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of federal court processes, procedures, and terminology.
• Experience drafting discovery is preferred.
• Experience managing calendars, deadlines, and schedules for an attorney or supervisor.
• Ability to effectively manage a high-volume caseload while remaining organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with legal case management software and technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular and professional communication with clients throughout the life of their case.
• Gather and review intake information and relevant documentation for new files.
• Enter and maintain accurate case information within case management software.
• Initiate insurance claims, verify coverage, and communicate with insurance adjusters regarding case status.
• Prepare correspondence and case-related documents, including letters of representation, demand letters, billing inquiries, and other legal correspondence.
• Request, collect, and organize documentation related to client damages, including medical records, medical bills, and lost wage documentation.
• Maintain and regularly update case details, notes, deadlines, and documentation within case management software.
• Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals regarding assigned cases and projects.
• Assist with drafting legal documents, including routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, discovery requests and responses, and interrogatories.
• File pleadings and other legal documents in accordance with applicable court procedures.
• Prepare, organize, maintain, and retrieve electronic and physical case files.
• Assist attorneys with litigation and trial preparation, including preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, court dates, and other important case-related events.
• Perform additional case management and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Case management software

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal case management software

Job description

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys in Louisiana seeks a full-time Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join a growing team and support clients with exceptional representation, compassion, and efficiency throughout their case lifecycle.

You will manage client communications, gather intake data, maintain case details in software, assist with discovery, draft documents, and support attorneys in litigation and trial prep. A strong, organized, client-focused professional is required.