Personal Injury Legal Assistant & Paralegal

Kids for the Future; Kent (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Maternity leave (up to six weeks)

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys in Louisiana is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join a growing team. The role focuses on case management, client communication, and coordination of insurance claims within a high-volume personal injury practice.

You will support attorneys through the entire case lifecycle, prepare pleadings and correspondence, and manage case files with attention to detail. In-office schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, preferably in personal injury or high-volume law.
• Knowledge of federal court procedures and terminology.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional communication with attorneys, clients, insurance adjusters, courts, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned attorney through the entire case lifecycle from intake to settlement or trial.
• Provide regular case updates to clients with a compassionate and professional approach.
• Coordinate insurance claims, verify coverage, and maintain contact with adjusters.
• Prepare legal documents including letters of representation, demand letters, and pleadings.
• Gather intake information and medical records to maintain organized case files.
• Assist with discovery, trial prep, hearings, and other litigation activities.
• Maintain attorney calendars and schedule meetings, deadlines, and administrative tasks.
• Utilize case management software to keep case information accurate and workflow efficient.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Paralegal certification (preferred)

Tools

Case management software

Discovery drafting tools

Job description

Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys in Louisiana is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join a growing team. The role focuses on case management, client communication, and coordination of insurance claims within a high-volume personal injury practice.

You will support attorneys through the entire case lifecycle, prepare pleadings and correspondence, and manage case files with attention to detail. In-office schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.