Litigation Paralegal & Legal Assistant (Hybrid)

Ashton North LLC; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in its litigation practice in a hybrid role that blends administrative duties with substantive paralegal work.

As a key member of a high-performing team, you will prepare, format, and e-file pleadings, manage calendars and deadlines, assist with discovery, and prepare deposition and trial materials. Strong organization and communication are essential.

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).
• 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.

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

E-filing

Calendar management

Communication

Discretion

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Relativity

CM/ECF PACER

Job description

Ashton North LLC in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in its litigation practice in a hybrid role that blends administrative duties with substantive paralegal work.

As a key member of a high-performing team, you will prepare, format, and e-file pleadings, manage calendars and deadlines, assist with discovery, and prepare deposition and trial materials. Strong organization and communication are essential.