Attorney - Legal Research & Writer

Job Description

Attorney - Legal Research & Writer

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Broussard Knoll Law Firm

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This is not a job for someone who simply likes writing.

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This is a job for someone who is obsessed with it.

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Broussard Knoll Law Firm, a premier Louisiana personal injury firm, is seeking a highly skilled Attorney - Legal Research & Writer to join our plaintiff personal injury team. We are looking for someone with exceptional legal research and writing skills who wants to do more than draft documents from a distance. You will be an active part of the legal team, helping develop arguments, strengthen cases and contribute to case strategy.

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If you are looking for a quiet back-office writing role where you take assignments, submit a draft and move on, this probably is not the position for you.

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What You Will Do

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• Conduct in-depth legal research
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• Draft and research jury charges
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• Conduct expert research
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• Review and summarize depositions
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• Draft, review, edit and proofread pleadings
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• Assist with motions and appeals
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• Participate in case strategy meetings
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What We Are Looking For

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• Juris Doctor (JD) required
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• Exceptional legal research and writing ability
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• Strong editing and proofreading skills
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• A passion for clarity, structure, persuasion and precision
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• Genuine interest in plaintiff personal injury law
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• Competitive drive and a strong work ethic
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• Ability to accept feedback and continually refine your work
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• Willingness to work beyond normal business hours when a case requires it
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Location

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Our preference is for someone based in Lake Charles or Marksville, Louisiana . Candidates in New Orleans may also work from our satellite office. For an exceptional candidate, we are open to considering individuals elsewhere in Louisiana or the United States.

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Compensation & Benefits

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• $125,000-$150,000 annually
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• Health insurance
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• Health savings account
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• Retirement plan
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Application Process

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Candidates will be required to complete a writing assignment as part of the hiring process.

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