Litigation Legal Secretary

Job Description

Job Description

A respected regional law firm with a strong presence across Texas and Louisiana is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join its New Orleans office. This is a fully in-office position supporting attorneys across a busy litigation practice.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a wide range of litigation support and administrative responsibilities in a fast-paced legal environment. Strong technical proficiency, excellent communication skills, and prior experience supporting litigation attorneys are essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft, proofread, revise, and format legal correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, engagement letters, and other legal documents
• Prepare, organize, and coordinate court filings, discovery materials, pleadings, and case-related documentation
• Handle electronic filing submissions in state and federal courts and administrative agencies
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files using document management systems, including NetDocs or similar platforms
• Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, scheduling, meetings, conference calls, and video conferences
• Assist with opening new client matters, conducting conflict checks, and maintaining client and contact records
• Coordinate travel arrangements and meeting logistics, including preparation of presentation and meeting materials
• Support attorneys with day-to-day litigation and administrative tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Manage correspondence, organize pleadings and discovery materials, and ensure accuracy and consistency across all documents

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation legal secretary or litigation support experience within a law firm environment
• Strong experience preparing litigation documents, pleadings, correspondence, and court filings
• Experience with state and federal court e-filing procedures required
• Proficiency with electronic document management systems such as NetDocs preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel required
• Comfortable using remote collaboration and conferencing tools including Zoom, Teams, WebEx, and similar platforms
• Exceptional proofreading, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate attorney and client needs

WHY JOIN?

• 100% in-office position based in New Orleans
• Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and 401(k) benefits
• Collaborative and professional team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to support sophisticated litigation matters across a diverse practice
• Stable and growing legal platform with long-term career growth opportunities
• Fast-paced environment with meaningful responsibility and direct attorney interaction
• Strong administrative infrastructure and supportive workplace culture