Workers' Comp Legal Assistant

Full-time

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Law Firm Seeking Legal Assistant for Workers' Compensation Team - Full-Time Opportunity!

H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Assistant for Workers' Comp Cases
H2: Be Part of a Dynamic and Compassionate Law Firm in Louisiana

Are you looking for a fulfilling career in the legal field? Do you have a passion for helping others and providing top-notch legal representation? Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant to join our Workers' Compensation team at our rapidly growing law firm with locations throughout Louisiana.

As a Legal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Workers' Compensation attorneys by managing cases, conducting research, and providing administrative assistance. We are looking for individuals who are compassionate, empathetic, and driven to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients and their families.

Job Responsibilities:

- Gather and analyze information and documents related to cases, entering important details into case management software
- Prepare documents and correspondence, such as discovery answers, in the proper format for attorney review
- Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases and projects, primarily involving discovery and forms preparation
- Assist in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and interrogatories, and filing them according to judicial procedures under the direction of an attorney
- Organize, store, and retrieve case documents as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal preferred, but not required
- Strong organizational skills
- High school diploma required

Key Skills and Abilities:

- Problem-solving skills
- Customer/client focused
- Teamwork oriented
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to multitask
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Strong time management skills
- Technical proficiency

At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, we value our employees and strive to provide a supportive and fulfilling work environment. In addition to being part of a team that is dedicated to serving others, we offer a range of benefits, including community service opportunities, staff events, paid time off, flexible schedules, and employee discount programs.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial protection plans, disability coverage, and a 401K match. We also offer up to 6 weeks of fully paid maternity leave.

Salary for this position is commensurate with experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference and excel in a fast-paced, competitive environment, we encourage you to apply now for this exciting opportunity at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys!

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Community service/involvement opportunities, Regular events for staff, wellness, fun, and teambuilding, Paid Time Off, Early dismissal days, Flexible start times, Employee discount programs, Employee recognition, Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, financial protection plans, short and long term disability, accident and critical illness coverage, up to 6 weeks of fully paid maternity leave, and 401K match.

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Legal Assistant, Paralegal, Organization, Problem Solving, Communication, Multi-tasking, Time Management, Computer Skills

High School Diploma

Interested candidates should apply through the company's website.

Qualification and Experience High School Diploma, Legal Assistant/Paralegal experience preferred

Legal