Legal Assistant Paralegal

A respected CBD civil defense law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support a fast-paced practice. This role is ideal for a paralegal who no longer wishes to have a billable requirement or a legal assistant that is ready to trade up with strong civil litigation experience and mad technical skills.

Manage Louisiana state and federal e-filing (Odyssey, PACER) Maintain litigation calendars and track court deadlines Organize case files, trial binders, and exhibits Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, and depositions Coordinate scheduling and witness preparation Required Experience & Skills 3+ years of litigation paralegal or legal assistant experience Civil litigation or civil defense background strongly preferred Working knowledge of Louisiana Civil procedure and local court rules Strong proofreading, legal formatting, and document management skills Ability to manage multiple cases in a high-volume litigation setting Experience with admiralty / maritime is a plus Why This Role HIGHLY competitive salary based upon your years of experience plus a benefits package to be envied that includes a parking allowance. Stable, collaborative defense firm environment with preeminent attorneys Well-established firm with an excellent reputation