Legal Assistant - New Orleans, LA, United States - Redmann Law

Description

The Law Office of John Redmann is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our growing office. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of legal matters for a well-respected law firm.

As a litigation paralegal, you will be responsible for managing case files once they enter our Litigation Department, communicating with clients and attorneys, conducting research, and drafting legal documents and correspondence.

A successful Litigation Paralegal Candidate will possess superior organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and maintain a positive attitude and professional work environment.

This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including access to continued learning education which allows you to learn, grow, and specialize within the field of litigation.

Medical
~ Dental
~ Flexible schedule
~Compensation is $55,000 yearly but commensurate with experience and the possibility of an annual performance bonus.
Conduct legal and factual research to support cases
Perform thorough records research for litigation matters
Identify and analyze relevant judicial decisions, legal articles, and codes
Summarize and review various legal documents and proceedings
Draft a variety of legal documents such as briefs and agreements
Edit legal forms and documents for precision
Maintain organized databases and case files
Stay updated on new laws and regulations
Assist in case planning, development, and management
Manage office tasks and deadlines effectively
The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of managing litigation processes and preparing for trials.
Effective multitasking, time management, and project prioritization skills are essential.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a mandatory skill.
Previous experience in Personal Injury law is preferred.
Fluency in both English and Spanish would be advantageous.
Ability to provide training and guidance to Junior Paralegals is a plus.
At the Law Office of John W.

we make it our mission to empower our clients and help them get a fair result through the legal process.

For more than 30 years, our personal injury law firm has helped clients throughout Louisiana identify negligent parties and their insurers and then hold them accountable in personal injury lawsuits — lawsuits that result in them paying monetary damages to our clients for the injuries they have suffered.

We currently have offices in Gretna, Louisiana, and Metairie, Louisiana, and are looking to expand into the New Orleans Metro area shortly.