Litigation Legal Assistant – Trial Prep & Admin Support

Anderson Blanda & Saltzman; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Blanda & Saltzman in Lafayette, LA, seeks a full-time Legal Assistant to support attorneys with drafting and preparing legal documents, organizing case files, and maintaining accurate records.

You will manage calendars, schedule meetings and court dates, coordinate client communications, assist with intake, and help with trial preparation and discovery tasks in a fast-paced, confidential office environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in law and familiarity with personal injury or civil litigation preferred.
• Proficiency in drafting, formatting, and reviewing pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients, attorneys, and external parties.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents and pleadings.
• Organize case files and maintain accurate records.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings and court dates.
• Coordinate client communications and intake tasks.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and discovery tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communications

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Anderson Blanda & Saltzman in Lafayette, LA, seeks a full-time Legal Assistant to support attorneys with drafting and preparing legal documents, organizing case files, and maintaining accurate records.

You will manage calendars, schedule meetings and court dates, coordinate client communications, assist with intake, and help with trial preparation and discovery tasks in a fast-paced, confidential office environment.