Litigation Legal Assistant

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. Prior maritime experience will be a huge feather in your cap! Key Responsibilities Draft, edit, and file pleadings, discovery responses, subpoenas, and motions 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 envited that includes a generous parking allowance Stable, collaborative defense firm environment with preeminent attorney Well‑established national law firm with an excellent reputation Qualified litigation paralegals and legal assistants are encouraged to apply. All inquiries will be handled with the strictest of confidentially. #J-18808-Ljbffr