Litigation Legal Assistant

6 Degrees Search; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a hybrid/onsite capacity. The role blends administrative duties with substantive paralegal work for a dynamic litigation team.

This is a full-time opportunity with a strong emphasis on document management and e-filing in state and federal courts. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of litigation support experience, knowledge of PACER/CM-ECF, and solid Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• 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).
• Polished written and verbal communication; discretion and professionalism.
• Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Litigation support

Client coordination

Legal documentation

Discretion & professionalism

Education

Paralegal certificate or bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Relativity (e-discovery)

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