Legal Staff Paralegal in New Orleans, LA

Law Firm

New Orleans, LA

Legal Staff Paralegal in New Orleans, LA

Legal Staff

No

Job Title: Legal Secretary/Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
The role is a hybrid position that combines the duties of both a Legal Secretary and a Paralegal, primarily supporting a Senior Partner in the practice areas of health care litigation, commercial litigation, and casualty defense. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

- Filing pleadings with both state and federal courts.
- Transcribing dictation from the Senior Partner and other attorneys as necessary.
- Scheduling meetings and depositions, ensuring all parties are informed and prepared.
- Familiarity with and usage of billing programs to manage and track billable hours efficiently.
- Collaborating with other team members to ensure a cooperative and collaborative work environment.

Education and Experience Information:
Candidates must have experience relevant to the responsibilities outlined above. This includes:

- Proven experience in a legal secretary or paralegal role, preferably in the fields of health care litigation, commercial litigation, or casualty defense.
- Proficiency with technology, particularly in legal filing systems and billing software.
- Experience with transcribing legal dictation and managing legal documentation.

Salary Information:
The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $60,000 per year, commensurate with the candidate's experience. Additional compensation in the form of bonuses may also be available.

Benefits:
- 100% paid health insurance benefits.
- End-of-year bonus.
- Free parking for employees.

Work Schedule and Conditions:
- Full-time position with a typical work schedule from Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
- The position requires working in person and does not offer remote work options.
- The role is based in New Orleans, LA, and candidates must have the ability to commute or relocate to the area before starting work.

The ideal candidate for this position is dependable, detail-oriented, and prefers focusing on the specifics of their work rather than the broader picture. The law firm describes its culture as team-oriented, emphasizing cooperation and collaboration among its employees. This position is only available to full-time employees, and candidates are expected to commit to the schedule and work conditions outlined.