Paralegal

Staffmark Group; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Staffmark Group in Lafayette, LA is seeking a Paralegal to support a busy senior litigation attorney. The role involves medical malpractice, insurance defense, maritime, and business litigation work, with discovery, pleadings, subpoenas, and trial preparation.

This position emphasizes organization, document management, and scheduling, plus communication with clients and experts. A high school diploma is required; paralegal certification or coursework is preferred, and prior legal assistant

Qualifications

• Prior Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or Paralegal experience required.
• Must have experience supporting insurance defense litigation.
• Experience with medical malpractice, business litigation, maritime law, discovery, trial prep preferred.
• Proficiency in dictation, document preparation, calendaring, file management, and legal correspondence.
• Experience drafting pleadings, subpoenas, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and administrative support to a busy senior litigation attorney.
• Assist with medical malpractice, insurance defense, maritime, and business litigation matters.
• Prepare, review, and draft legal pleadings, subpoenas, correspondence, and discovery documents.
• Coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), court deadlines, and client meetings.
• Summarize medical records, depositions, and case-related documentation.
• Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, medical providers, and court personnel.
• Maintain legal files, calendars, case management systems, and litigation schedules.
• Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, document organization, and case strategy support.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paralegal certification

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Now hiring for a Paralegal

Location: Lafayette, LA

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Find more than a Paralegal job with Staffmark - find a team that values your time, talent, and potential.

Looking for Paralegal jobs in Lafayette where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.

Job Duties

• Provide legal and administrative support to a busy senior litigation attorney.
• Assist with medical malpractice, insurance defense, maritime, and business litigation matters.
• Prepare, review, and draft legal pleadings, subpoenas, correspondence, and discovery documents.
• Coordinate depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), court deadlines, and client meetings.
• Summarize medical records, depositions, and case-related documentation.
• Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, medical providers, and court personnel.
• Maintain legal files, calendars, case management systems, and litigation schedules.
• Assist with trial preparation, exhibits, document organization, and case strategy support.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Paralegal certification, legal studies coursework, or related education preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation processes.

Experience Requirements

• Prior Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or Paralegal experience required.
• Must have experience supporting insurance defense litigation.
• Experience with medical malpractice, business litigation, maritime law, discovery, trial preparation, and medical record review preferred.
• Proficiency in dictation, document preparation, calendaring, file management, and legal correspondence.
• Experience drafting pleadings, subpoenas, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent use of computers, phones, and office equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling confidential legal documents.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Opportunities for Growth through a variety of assignments with leading employers.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries.

Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.