Litigation Legal Assistant

Zaddy Solutions; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join our on-site team. This full-time role blends administrative support with substantive paralegal work, supporting attorneys in our litigation practice.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of litigation experience, familiarity with state and federal court rules, PACER/CM-ECF, and strong organizational and communication skills to manage deadlines, discovery, and document management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation support in a law firm.
• Knowledge of LA state and federal court rules and e-filing (PACER/CM-ECF).
• Strong organization, communication, and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, and e-file pleadings and motions in state and federal courts.
• Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and docketing.
• Assist with discovery, including large document productions.
• Prepare deposition, hearing, and trial materials and exhibits.
• Track contracts, change orders, and project records.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and experts.
• Manage timekeeping, billing support, and expense reporting.
• Provide general admin support for multiple attorneys.

Skills

Litigation support

Court rules & e-filing

E-discovery platforms

Organization & deadlines

Communication skills

Discretion & professionalism

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree in law or related field

Tools

Relativity

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant (Hybrid Legal Assistant / Paralegal)
Location: Baton Rouge, LA (100% onsite) | Type: Full-time

About the Opportunity
A well-established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in its litigation practice in Baton Rouge. This hybrid role combines administrative support with substantive paralegal work, ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys being an integral part of a high-performing legal team.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, format, and e-file pleadings, motions, and correspondence in state and federal courts
• Maintain attorney calendars, court deadlines, and docketing
• Assist with discovery, including organizing and managing large document productions
• Prepare deposition, hearing, and trial materials and exhibits
• Track case documents such as contracts, change orders, and project records
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and experts
• Manage timekeeping, billing support, and expense reporting
• Handle general administrative support for multiple attorneys

What You Bring

• 3+ years of litigation support experience in a law firm
• Working knowledge of Louisiana state and federal court rules and e-filing (PACER/CM-ECF)
• Strong technical skills: Microsoft Office, document management systems, and e-discovery platforms (Relativity or similar)
• Excellent organization and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Polished written and verbal communication
• Discretion, professionalism, and a proactive approach
• Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree preferred